The Somatostatin family of receptors have five members, sst1-sst5, as well as two isoforms of Somatostatin receptor 2, sst2A and sst2B. They are coupled to G protein and are involved in regulation of numerous processes including secretion of insulin, glucagons and growth hormone and excitation of neurons in central and peripheral nervous system.
Applications:
Suitable for use in Immunohistochemistry (Fr) (paraffin-embedded sections). Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution:
Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.
Positive Control: Pancreas
Cellular Localization: Cytoplasmic
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, add sterile glycerol (40-50%), aliquot and store 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.