Catalogue

Background
The estrogen receptor (ER) gene consists of more than 140kb of genomic DNA divided into 8 exons, being translated into a protein with six functionally discrete domains required for transcription activation function, binding to estrogen response element (ERE) constitutive dimerization, binding to heat shock proteins, and ligand recognition. The ER is an important regulator of growth and differentiation in the mammary gland. Presence of ER in breast tumors indicates an increased likelihood of response to anti-estrogen (e.g. tamoxifen) therapy.

Source
Hybridoma produced by the fusion of splenocytes from mice immunized with the 35 kDa C-terminal fragment (aa 302-595) of human ER expressed in E. coli and mouse myeloma cells.

Product

Product Form: Unconjugated

Formulation: Provided as solution in phosphate buffered saline with 0.08% sodium azide

Purification Method: Protein A/G Chromatography

Concentration: See vial for concentration

Applications
This antibody can be used gel supershift assays (neat concentration), immunoprecipitation on native and denatured lysate (2 µg/mg of protein lysate), Western blotting (1-2 µg/ml) and chromatin precipitation. Can also be used to block binding of estrogen to the estrogen receptor. Optimal concentration should be evaluated by serial dilutions.

Functional Analysis: Western Blotting

Positive Control: T47D Cells

Storage
Product should be stored at -20°C. Aliquot to avoid freeze/thaw cycles

Product Stability: See expiration date on vial

Shipping Conditions: Ship at ambient temperature, freeze upon arrival

Caution
This product is intended FOR RESEARCH USE ONLY, and FOR TESTS IN VITRO, not for use in diagnostic or therapeutic procedures involving humans or animals. It may contain hazardous ingredients. Please refer to the Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for additional information and proper handling procedures. Dispose product remainders according to local regulations.This datasheet is as accurate as reasonably achievable, but our company accepts no liability for any inaccuracies or omissions in this information.

References
1. Abbondanza, C. et. al. 'Characterization and epitope mapping of a new panel of monoclonal antibodies to estradiol receptor.' Steroids, 1993, 58, 4-12

Protein Reference(s)

Database Name: SwissProt

Accession Number: P11474

Species Accession: Human

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