Extra cellular signal-regulated kinases Erk1 (p44 MAPK) and Erk2 (p42 MAPK) Serine/Threonine proteine kinase are part of a subfamily of mitogen-activated protein kinases that participate in diverse cellular functions, including the regulation of cell growth, differentiation, apoptosis and signal transduction (1,2,3) The simultaneous tyrosine/threonine phosphorylation of ERK1 and ERK2 results in their activation. Although ERK1and ERK2 resemble one another closely in sequence and are activated by similar pathways, they appearto have different tissue distributions(4) and show differential phosphorylation of potential intracellular substrates(5)
Applications:
Suitable for use in Western Blot, Immunohistochemistry, Immunocytochemistry. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution:
Western Blot: 1:500
Immunohistochemistry: 1:50
Immunocytochemistry: 1:250
Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.
Storage and Stability:
May be stored at 4 degrees C for short-term only. For long-term storage and to avoid repeated freezing and thawing, aliquot Freeze at -20 degrees C. Aliquots are stable for at least 12 months at -20 degrees 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.
Manufactured incorporating RabMAb(R) technology under Epitomics US patents, No 5,675,063 and 7,429,487, owned by Abcam.