Anti-SERPINB9 (Serine/Cysteine Proteinase Inhibitor, Clade B, Member 9, Serpin B9, PI9, Cytoplasmic

PI-9 (proteinase inhibitor 9), also known as SerpinB9, is a 42kD intracellular nucleocytoplasmic serpin expressed in cytotoxic lymphocytes (CTLs), natural killer (NK) cells, monocyte-derived dendritic cells (DCs), and to a lesser extent in B cells and myeloid cells. Granzyme B (grB) is a serine protease highly expressed by CTLs and NK cells, which is endocytosed by virus-infected and malignant target cells. The subsequent release of grB from the endocytic vesicles into the cytoplasm of the target cells, triggers grB-mediated apoptosis, through cleavage of various cytoplasmic or nuclear proteins. PI-9, up-regulated in response to grB production and degranulation, has been identified as a potent inhibitor of Granzyme B-mediated apoptosis, providing a vital self-protection mechanism against the premature apoptosis of CTLs and NK cells by grB, which may escape into the cytoplasm of the effector cells themselves. , Applications:, Suitable for use in Flow Cytometry, Immunohistochemistry (paraffin), and Western Blot. Other applications not tested. Recommended Dilution: Flow Cytometry: 1:10-1:100, Immunohistochemistry (paraffin): 1:50, 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 at least 12 months. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.