Application DetailsImmunohistochemistry (IHC) and Western Blotting (WB). A concentration of 2.0 µg/mL is recommended for WB. Human Tubulin beta chain has a predicted length of 444 residues and MW of 50 kDa. A concentration of 0.5-1.0 µg/mL is recommended for IHC to detect the protein in formalin fixed and paraffin embedded tissues. Biosensis recommends optimal dilutions/concentrations should be determined by the end user.
TargetTubulin beta chain
SpecificityThe specificity of this antibody has been confirmed by WB and IHC against the antigen. Human; rat;
Reconstitution InstructionsSpin vial briefly before opening. Reconstitute in 1 mL of sterile-filtered PBS (pH 7.4) to achieve an antibody concentration of 100 µg/mL. Centrifuge to remove any insoluble material.
Storage InstructionsAt least 12 months after purchase at 2-8°C (lyophilized formulations). After reconstitution, aliquot and store at -20°C for a higher stability.Avoid freeze-thaw cycles.
Batch NumberPlease see item label.
Expiration Date12 months after date of receipt (unopened vial).
Scientific BackgroundThe tubulin family includes five distinct tubulins; alpha, beta, gamma, delta and epsilon. Microtubules consist principally of alpha- and beta-tubulin. Beta-tubulin is ubiquitously expressed with highest levels in spleen, thymus and immature brain.
Beta tubulin immunoreactivity was detected in floated cryo-sections of the rat cerebral cortex with the M-1191-100 monoclonal antibody (0.2 µg/mL), using the biotinylated secondary antibody-ABC method and nickel-diaminobenzidine chromogen. Note the intense labeling of the apical dendrites of pyramidal neurons. Photo courtesy of Dr. Erik Hrabovszky, Hungarian Academy of Sciences, Budapest, Hungary.
Specific ReferencesOh H. et al (2013) Uncovering a role for endocannabinoid signaling in autophagy in preimplantation mouse embryos. Mol Hum Reprod. 2013 Feb;19(2):93-101.