P-element Induced WImpy testis (PIWI)-like 4 (PIWIL4) protein belongs to the PIWI subfamily. This protein is localized in tumorous colon tissues. PIWIL4 gene is located on the human chromosome at 11q21.
Specificity
Anti-PIWIL4 recognizes human PIWIL4.
Immunogen
peptide corresponding to an internal region of human PIWIL4, conjugated to KLH. The corresponding sequence differs by a single amino acid in mouse and rat.
Application
Anti-PIWIL4 antibody produced in rabbit may be used in immunoblotting.
Biochem/physiol Actions
P-element Induced WImpy testis (PIWI)-like 4 (PIWIL4) protein promotes tumorigenesis and cell invasion. It is expressed in several cancers like colon and breast cancer. This protein enhances cell growth and blocks apoptosis in cervical cancer cells. PIWIL4 protein is also involved in the chromatin-modifying pathway of human somatic cells. Mutation in the PIWIL4 gene is associated with breast cancer.
Physical form
Solution in 0.01 M phosphate buffered saline, pH 7.4, containing 15 mM sodium azide.
Storage and Stability
For continuous use, store at 2-8 °C for up to one month. For extended storage, freeze in working aliquots. Repeated freezing and thawing, or storage in “frost-free” freezers,is not recommended. If slight turbidity occurs upon prolonged storage, clarify the solution by centrifugation before use. Working dilutions should be discarded if not used within 12 hours.
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Recently, PIWIL4 has been identified as a functional protein involved in tumorigenesis. Cervical cancer is the second most prevalent form of cancer worldwide. The relationship between PIWIL4 and cervical cancer is still unknown. Here, we found that PIWIL4 is up-regulated
Biochemical and biophysical research communications, 359(3), 497-502 (2007-06-05)
The field of epigenetics has made progress by the identification of the small RNA-mediated epigenetic modification. However, little is known about the key proteins. Here, we report that the human PIWI-like family is a candidate protein that is involved in
Journal of ovarian research, 12(1), 1-1 (2019-01-06)
Ovarian cancer remains the most fatal gynecologic malignancy worldwide due to delayed diagnosis as well as recurrence and drug resistance. Thus, the development of new tumor-related molecules with high sensitivity and specificity to replace or supplement existing tools is urgently
The Journal of biological chemistry, 291(20), 10646-10658 (2016-03-10)
P-element-induced wimpy testis (PIWI) proteins bind to PIWI-interacting RNAs and play key roles in the biogenesis and functions of PIWI-interacting RNAs. It has been reported that PIWI proteins are essential for stem cell self-renewal and germline development in diverse organisms
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