DNA mismatch repair genes have been found to be associated with hereditary nonpolyposis colorectal cancer (HNPCC). Inherited mutations in the MSH2 were demonstrated at high frequency in HNPCC and were shown to be associated with microsatellite instability. The demonstration that 10 to 45% of pancreatic, gastric, breast, ovarian and small cell lung cancers also display microsatellite instability suggests that DNA mismatch repair is not restricted to HNPCC tumors but is a common feature in tumor initiation or progression.
Applications:
Suitable for use in Western Blot, Immunoprecipitation and Immunohistochemistry. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution:
Western Blot: 1-4ug/ml
Immunoprecipitation: 15-25ug/ml
Immunohistochemistry: 15-25ug/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.