Recombinant protein corresponding to 522-814 of human LTBP2, expressed in E. coli.
LTBP2 belongs to the family of latent transforming growth factor (TGF)-beta binding proteins (LTBP), which are extracellular matrix proteins with multi-domain structure. This protein is the largest member of the LTBP family possessing unique regions and with most similarity to the fibrillins. It has thus been suggested that it may have multiple functions: as a member of the TGF-beta latent complex, as a structural component of microfibrils, and a role in cell adhesion.LTBP2 has approximately 45% aa identity to LTBP1 and 25% identity to fibrillin-1 (FBN1) but unlike other LTBP family members does not bind to latent forms of TGFB. The C-terminal region of LTBP2 competes with LTBP1 for specific binding to the N-terminal region of FBN1, but not FBN2, in microfibrils. Applications: Suitable for use in ELISA, Western Blot, Immunohistochemistry and Immunocytochemistry. Other applications not tested. Recommended Dilution: Western Blot: 0.01-2ug/ml Immunohistochemistry: 5-20ug/ml Immunocytochemistry: 5-20ug/ml Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher. Storage and Stability: May be stored at 4C for short-term only. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20C. 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.
