FMR1, CT (Fragile X mental retardation protein 1, FMRP)

Antibodies / Antibodies-RNA Binding Proteins

-20°C

Supplied as a liquid in PBS, 0.02% sodium azide.

Peptide corresponding to 19aa near the C-terminal of human FMR1.

Fragile X syndrome is a frequent form of inherited mental retardation caused by functional loss of the fragile X mental retardation protein, FMR1, also known as FMRP (1). FMR1 binds RNA and is associated with polysomes. The encoded protein may be involved in mRNA trafficking from the nucleus to the cytoplasm (2). A trinucleotide repeat (CGG) in the 5' UTR is normally found at 6-53 copies, but an expansion to 55-230 repeats is the cause of fragile X syndrome (1). Expansion of the trinucleotide repeat may also cause one form of premature ovarian failure (POF1) (3).

Applications:
Suitable for use in Immunofluorescence, ELISA, Western Blot and Immunohistochemistry. Other applications not tested.

Recommended Dilutions:
Immunofluorescence: 20ug/ml
Western Blot: 1ug/ml
Immunohistochemistry (Paraffin): 2.5ug/ml
Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.

Positive Control:
Rat Brain Tissue Lysate

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.