Anti-Reelin

Reelin is a 400kD, extracellular matrix glycoprotein secreted by several neurons. It is a serine protease that degrades fibronectin and laminin. Reelin also binds lipoprotein receptor superfamily members APOER2 and VLDLR which transduce signals important for neuronal positioning during brain development and synaptic plasticity in the adult brain. In vivo, Reelin undergoes proteolytic processing at two sites, generating three Reelin fragments. The N-terminal domain binds integrin alpha3/beta1, leading to a disruption of neuronal glial cell interactions and inhibition of neuronal migration. Mouse Reelin shares 94% and 96% amino acid identity with human and rat Reelin, respectively in the region immunized. Applications: Suitable for use in Direct ELISA, Immunohistochemistry and Western Blot. Other applications not tested. Recommended Dilutions: Immunohistochemistry: 5-15ug/ml stains immersion fixed frozen sections of mouse embryo., Western Blot: 0.1ug/ml stains recombinant mouse reelin., Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher. Storage and Stability: Lyophilized powder may be stored at -20°C. Stable for 12 months after receipt at -20°C. Reconstitute with sterile PBS. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20°C. Reconstituted product is stable for 12 months at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap. Further dilutions can be made in assay buffer.