G9269
Anti-Glial Fibrillary Acidic Protein antibody produced in rabbit
IgG fraction of antiserum, buffered aqueous solution
Synonym(s):
GFAP Antibody Sigma - Anti-Glial Fibrillary Acidic Protein antibody produced in rabbit, Gfap Antibody Sigma, Anti-GFAP
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biological source
rabbit
Quality Level
conjugate
unconjugated
antibody form
IgG fraction of antiserum
antibody product type
primary antibodies
clone
polyclonal
form
buffered aqueous solution
species reactivity
rat, human
packaging
antibody small pack of 25 μL
technique(s)
immunohistochemistry (formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded sections): 1:80 using brain sections
microarray: suitable
western blot: 1:500 using brain extract
UniProt accession no.
shipped in
dry ice
storage temp.
−20°C
target post-translational modification
unmodified
Gene Information
human ... GFAP(2670)
rat ... Gfap(24387)
General description
The GFAP (glial fibrillary acidic protein) gene encodes an intermediate protein filament-III (50kDa). It is localized particularly to the astrocytes and non-myelinating Schwann cells of the central and peripheral nervous system, respectively.
Specificity
The product reacts specifically with GFAP and labels astrocytes, glial cells and glial cell derived tumors in immunohistochemical staining. The antibody reacts with glial specific antigen in alcohol or formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded human or animal tissue sections.
Immunogen
GFAP from human brain
Application
Anti-Glial Fibrillary Acidic Protein antibody produced in rabbit is suitable for:
- immunohistochemical staining at a working dilution of 1:400 using rat brain sections
- immunohistochemical staining of human brain tumor tissue specimens to identify the cells expressing AQP4 (Aquaporin-4)
- immunofluorescence using brain section from mice
Biochem/physiol Actions
Glial fibrillary acidic protein may be used as a marker for distinguishing astrocytes from other glial cells during development of the central nervous system. GFAP is responsible for maintaining the structure of glial cells. It also offers mechanical strength and support to the surrounding neurons and blood brain barrier. Defects in this gene causes Alexander disease, indicated by Rosenthal fibers deposition. It is a rare disorder of astrocytes in the central nervous system. Increased GFAP expression indicates astrogliosis, a sign of neurodegeneration and neuroinflammation.
Physical form
Solution in 0.01 M phosphate buffered saline, pH 7.4, containing 15 mM sodium azide
Storage and Stability
Store at 2-8 °C up to one month. For extended storage, solution may be frozen in working aliquots. Repeated freezing and thawing, or storage in "frost-free" freezers, is not recommended. If slight turbidity occurs upon prolonged storage, clarify by centrifugation before use.
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Storage Class Code
12 - Non Combustible Liquids
WGK
WGK 2
Flash Point(F)
Not applicable
Flash Point(C)
Not applicable
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