Neuropilin-1 is a type 1 membrane protein with three distinct functions. First, it can mediate cell adhesion via a heterophilic molecular interaction. Second, in neuronal cells, neurophilin-1 binds the class 3 semaphorins, which are neuronal chemorepellents, and plays a role in the directional
guidance of axons.NP-1 isoform 1 is a receptor involved in the development of the cardiovascular system, in angiogenesis and in the formation of certain neuronal circuits and in organogenesis outside the nervous system. The soluble NP-1 isoform 2 binds VEGF(165) and appears to inhibit its binding to cells. It may also induce apoptosis by
sequestering VEGF(165). NP-1 may bind various members of the semaphorin family. Its expression has an adverse effect on blood vessel number and integrity.
Applications:
Suitable for use in Flow Cytometry, Western Blot, Immunoprecipitation, Immunohistochemistry and Immunofluorescence. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilutions:
Flow Cytometry: 1:50
Western Blot: 1:1000
Immunoprecipitation: 1:100
Immunohistochemistry (paraffin): 1:100
Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.
Positive Control:
Human placenta, HUVEC, HepG2 cell lysates, mouse heart tissue, mouse kidney tissue, Rat heart lysate, rat kidney tissue, human kidney tissue
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.