Application DetailsWB and ELISA at a suggested dilution of 1:500 to 1:2,000. A titration between 1:50 to 1:500 is suggested for IHC. Biosensis recommends that the optimal working dilution should be determined by the end user.
TargetCiliary neurotrophic factor (CNTF)
SpecificityCNTF, Cross reactivity to other species is expected
Target Host SpeciesHuman
Species ReactivityHuman, Mouse, Rat
Antibody HostChicken
Antibody TypePolyclonal
Antibody IsotypeIgY
ConjugateUnconjugated
Immunogen DescriptionMixture of two peptides from human CNTF (11-25 and 186-200 aa). Both peptides are highly conserved among human and mouse.
SequencePHRRDLCSRSIWLAR and IPARGSHYIANNKKM
Purity DescriptionAffinity-purified
FormatLiquid. PBS with 0.02% Sodium Azide
Storage InstructionsShort term storage at 2-8°C for one week. At -20°C as an undiluted liquid for up to 12 months.
Batch NumberPlease see item label.
Expiration Date12 months after date of receipt (unopened vial).
Alternative NamesCiliary neurotrophic factor; CNTF;
Scientific BackgroundCNTF is a survival promoting factor for different types of neurons in vitro and in vivo. The essential structural features for the biological function of human CNTF were investigated by Thier, M. et al. They showed that deletion of 14 N-terminal and 18 C-terminal amino acids significantly increased bioactivity compared to wild-type CNTF. FUNCTION: CNTF is a survival factor for various neuronal cell types. Seems to prevent the degeneration of motor axons after axotomy. SUBUNIT: Homodimer. SUBCELLULAR LOCATION: Cytoplasm. TISSUE SPECIFICITY: Nervous system. PHARMACEUTICAL: CNTF is being tested under the name Axokine by Regeneron Pharmaceuticals for treatment of human motor neuron diseases, such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). As it induces substantial weight loss, preferentially of fat as opposed to lean body mass, it is being used for obesity treatment. SIMILARITY: Belongs to the CNTF family.