VDAC1, NT (Voltage-dependent Anion-selective Channel Protein 1, VDAC-1, hVDAC1, Outer Mitochondrial Membrane Protein Porin 1, Plasmalemmal Porin, Porin 31HL, Porin 31HM, VDAC)

Antibodies / Antibodies-Ion Channel

-20°C

Supplied as a liquid in PBS, 0.09% sodium azide.

Synthetic peptide selected from the N-terminal region of human VDAC1 (KLH).

VDAC1 forms a channel through the mitochondrial outer membrane and also the plasma membrane. The channel at the outer mitochondrial membrane allows diffusion of small hydrophilic molecules; in the plasma membrane it is involved in cell volume regulation and apoptosis. It adopts an open conformation at low or zero membrane potential and a closed conformation at potentials above 30-40 mV. The open state has a weak anion selectivity whereas the closed state is cation-selective. The protein may participate in the formation of the permeability transition pore complex (PTPC) responsible for the release of mitochondrial products that triggers apoptosis.

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

Recommended Dilution:
ELISA: 1:1, 000
Western Blot: 1:50-1:100
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.