Ubiquitin (Ub) is a small, 76-residue, protein (8.5 kDa) found both as free monomer and covalently attached to itself and other proteins in eukaryotic cells. Free Ub is a very compact and stable molecule that is easily refolded after being denatured. It is therefore recommended that for detection of free Ub on Westerns, the Tris-Tricine SDS-PAGE is used and nitrocellulose filters are autoclaved after the transfer and before blocking and addition of anti-Ub antibodies. The C-terminus of ubiquitin forms an isopeptide bond with the e-amino group of a lysine side chain in a target protein. In this way proteins can be covalently modified by the addition of ubiquitin which may alter the target protein's function. Monoubiquitination generally targets proteins for internalization, endocytosis and lysosomal degradation, or modifies the surface charge of histones and affects chromatin compaction. Conjugation of ubiquitin (Ub) involves a three-step mechanism whereby specific enzymes (or enzyme complexes) activate and covalently link Ub to their substrates.
应用类型
ELISA,Immunohistochemistry,Western Blot,
免疫原
This purified antibody was prepared from rabbit serum after repeated immunizations with ubiquitin coupled to rabbit IgG using glutaraldehyde.
来源宿主
Rabbit
反应性
A Broad Range Of Species
保存建议
Store vial at 4° C prior to restoration. For extended storage aliquot contents and freeze at -20° C or below. Avoid cycles of freezing and thawing. Centrifuge product if not completely clear after standing at room temperature. This product is stable for several weeks at 4° C as an undiluted liquid. Dilute only prior to immediate use.
