TUCAN (Tumor Up-regulated Card-containing Antagonist of Caspase-Nine) is a CARD (Caspase-Associated Recruitment Domains) containing protein that binds and suppresses activation of pro-Caspase-9 and found to be overexpressed in some types of cancers. TUCAN binds specifically to pro-caspase-9 and interferes with its interaction with Apaf-1, thereby suppressing apoptosis signaling in the mitochondrial/cytochrome c pathway.
Applications:
Suitable for use in Western Blot. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution:
Western Blot: 0.5-4ug/ml
Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.
Storage and Stability:
May be stored at 4 degrees C for short-term only. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20 degrees C. Aliquots are stable for 12 months. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.