Clone Number: 1E8-G6
Immunogen: synthetic TGF-alpha 34-43 decapeptide linked carrier
Concentration: 100 ug/ml
Storage buffer: PBS with 0.02% sodium azide
Additional info: 1E8-G6 reacts with TGF-alpha and shows no cross-reaction with EGF and the neuropeptide synenkephalin. 1E8-G6 is completely blocked by the peptide used for immunization. TGFalpha (aa50) is a growth factor with 33% homology to EGF, binds to EGFR, activates tyrosine phosphorylation of the receptor, and stimulates cell proliferation. It plays a role in tumor initiation by inducing the reversible transformed phenotype. In sections both cytoplasma and cell membranes are stained
References: Bebók, Zs, et al. Breast Cancer Res.Treatm. 29: 229-235 (1994)