UCP2 (Uncoupling Protein 2, UCPH, BMIQ4, SLC25A8)

Antibodies / Antibodies-Obesity Proteins

-20°C

Supplied as a liquid in PBS, 0.05% sodium azide

Recombinant protein fragment corresponding to aa1-309 of human UCP2 expressed in E. coli.

Mitochondrial uncoupling proteins (UCP) are members of the larger family of mitochondrial anion carrier proteins (MACP). UCPs separate oxidative phosphorylation from ATP synthesis with energy dissipated as heat, also referred to as the mitochondrial proton leak. UCPs facilitate the transfer of anions from the inner to the outer mitochondrial membrane and the return transfer of protons from the outer to the inner mitochondrial membrane. They also reduce the mitochondrial membrane potential in mammalian cells. Tissue specificity occurs for the different UCPs and the exact methods of how UCPs transfer H+/OH- are not known. UCPs contain the three homologous protein domains of MACPs. This gene is expressed in many tissues, with the greatest expression in skeletal muscle. It is thought to play a role in nonshivering thermogenesis, obesity and diabetes. Chromosomal order is 5'-UCP3-UCP2-3'.

Applications:
Suitable for use in Flow Cytometry, ELISA, Western Blot, Immunocytochemistry. Other applications not tested.

Recommended Dilution:
Flow Cytometry: 1:200-1:400
ELISA: 1:10, 000
Western Blot: 1:500-1:2000
Immunocytochemistry: 1:200-1:1000
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 after receipt. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.