Deoxyuridine triphosphate nucleotidohydrolase (dUTPase) is a ubiquitous enzyme that functions in the hydrolysis of dUTP to dUMP and pyrophosphate. Canman and co-workers have demonstrated that, in certain human tumor cell lines, increased levels of dUTPase are responsible for an increase in resistance to the cancer chemotherapeutic agent fluorodeoxyuridine (FUdR), a thymidine synthase inhibitor. Two distinct forms of dUTPase exist in humans. Cellular fractionation experiments suggest that the more abundant, lower mass form of dUTPase (DUT-N) localizes in the nucleus, while the higher mass form (DUT-M) is associated with the mitochondria. Applications: Suitable for use in Western Blot. Other applications not tested. Recommended Dilution: Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher. AA Sequence: MTPLCPRPALCYHFLTSLLRSAMQNARGARQRAEAAVLSGPGPPLGRAAQHGIPRPLSSAGRLSQGCRGASTVGAAGWKGELPKAGGSPAPGPETPAISPSKRARPAEVGGMQLRFARLSEHATAPTRGSARAAGYDLYSAYDYTIPPMEKAVVKTDIQIALPSGCYGRVAPRSGLAAKHFIDVGAGVIDEDYRGNVGVVLFNFGKEKFEVKKGDRIAQLICERIFYPEIEEVQALDDTERGSGGFGSTGKN Storage and Stability: Store product at 4C if to be used immediately within two weeks. For long-term storage, aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing and store at -20C. Aliquots are stable at -20C for 12 months after receipt. Dilute required amount only prior to immediate use. Further dilutions can be made in assay buffer. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap. Note: Applications are based on unconjugated antibody.
