Anti-TIMP1 (Erythroid-potentiating Activity, EPA, Fibroblast Collagenase Inhibitor, Collagenase Inhi

TIMP-1 (Tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinase 1) is a glycoprotein that belongs to the protease inhibitor I35 (TIMP) family. Contains 1 NTR domain, predicted molecular weight 23kD. TIMP-1 forms complexes with matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) and inhibits the proteolytic activity of these enzymes. High levels TIMP-1 protein has been found in several types of cancers including breast cancer and this increase associated with a poor patient prognosis. TIMP-1 has also been implicated in the inhibition of apoptosis, promotion of growth, and process of angiogenesis. TIMP-1 may be useful as a prognostic marker in combination with urokinase plasminogen activator (uPA) and plasminogen activator inhibitor type-1 (PAI-1). Applications: Suitable for use in ELISA, Immunohistochemistry and Western Blot. Other applications not tested. Recommended Dilution: Western Blot: 4ug/ml dilution buffer for each mini-gel, 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.