The Androgen Receptor (AR) is a 90kD steroid hormone receptor that is critical for the development and function of the male reproductive system. AR binding to testosterone or 5a-dihydrotestosterone (DHT) triggers receptor dimerization followed by translocation to the nucleus where it promotes transcription of androgen responsive genes. Multiple polymorphisms in AR are linked to the development of prostate cancer. The ligand binding domain of human AR aa661-920 shares aa sequence identity with mouse and rat AR.
Applications
Suitable for use in Immunohistochemistry. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilutions
Immunohistochemistry (Paraffin): 8-25ug/ml using immersion fixed paraffin-embedded sections of human prostate Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.
Storage and Stability
Lyophilized and reconstituted products are stable for 12 months after receipt at -20°C. Reconstitute with sterile PBS. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap. Further dilutions can be made in assay buffer.
Immunogen
Recombinant corresponding to Thr660-Gln919 from human Androgen Receptor expressed in E. coli.
Form
Supplied as a lyophilized powder in PBS, pH 7.4, 5% trehalose. Reconstitute with 200ul sterile PBS.
Purity
Purified by Protein A affinity chromatography from hybridoma culture supernatant.
Specificity
Recognizes human Androgen Receptor. Species Crossreactivity: mouse and rat.