The protein encoded by this gene binds copper and zinc ions and is one of two isozymes responsible for destroying free superoxide radicals in the body. The encoded isozyme is a soluble cytoplasmic protein, acting as a homodimer to convert naturally-occuring but harmful superoxide radicals to molecular oxygen and hydrogen peroxide. The other isozyme is a mitochondrial protein. In addition, this protein contains an antimicrobial peptide that displays antibacterial, antifungal, and anti-MRSA activity against E. coli, E. faecalis, S. aureus, S. aureus MRSA LPV+, S. agalactiae, and yeast C. krusei. Mutations in this gene have been implicated as causes of familial amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Rare transcript variants have been reported for this gene.
WB,1:500 - 1:1000|IHC-P,1:50 - 1:200|IF/ICC,1:50 - 1:200|IP,0.5µg-4µg antibody for 200µg-400µg extracts of whole cells|ELISA,Recommended starting concentration is 1 µg/mL. Please optimize the concentration based on your specific assay requirements.
