Anti-Pancreatic Polypeptide

Pancreatic polypeptide (PP) is a 36aa residue peptide with sequence and 3-D structural homology with NPY and PYY. PP is the least conserved of the three peptides and was the first to be identified. It is almost exclusively expressed in the endocrine pancreas and released in response to cholinergic stimulation and food intake. PP has inhibitory effects on gall bladder secretion, intestinal motility and pancreatic secretion. PP may serve as a marker for certain gut endocrine tumors including carcinoid tumors. Applications: Suitable for use in ELISA. Other applications not tested. Recommended Dilution: Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher. Storage and Stability: May be stored at 4°C for short-term only. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20°C. Aliquots are stable for 12 months. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.