Catalogue number
ANT-450
Synonyms
PSMA, Prostate Specific Cancer Antigen, PSM, FGCP, FOLH, GCP2, mGCP, GCPII, NAALAD1, NAALAdase, FOLH1, Glutamate carboxypeptidase 2, Glutamate carboxypeptidase II, Membrane glutamate carboxypeptidase, N-acetylated-alpha-linked acidic dipeptidase I, Pteroylpoly-gamma-glutamate carboxypeptidase, Folylpoly-gamma-glutamate carboxypeptidase, Folate hydrolase 1, Prostate-specific membrane antigen, Cell growth-inhibiting protein 27.
Type
Mouse Anti Human Monoclonal.
Introduction
PSMA is a cancer antigen that is widely expressed as a noncovalent homodimer on the surface of prostate cancer cells, rather than on normal cells, therefore it is an interesting target to image prostate tissues when being used with radioactive antibodies. PSMA is expressed on the surface of novel blood vessels that nourish a broad range of other solid tumors. PSMA is a type II membrane protein with folate hydrolase activity produced by prostatic epithelium. PSMA expression is found in extraprostatic tissues, including small bowel and brain.
Clone
Pk1H7AT.
Immunogen
Anti-human PSMA mAb is derived from hybridization of mouse FO myeloma cells with spleen cells from BALB/c mice immunized with recombinant human PSMA amino acids 117-351 purified from E. coli.
Ig Subclass
Mouse IgG1 heavy chain and κ light chain.
Purification Method
PSMA antibody was purified from mouse ascitic fluids by protein-G affinity chromatography.
Formulation
1mg/ml containing PBS, pH-7.4, 0.02% Sodium Azide & 10% Glycerol.
Storage Procedures
For periods up to 1 month store at 4°C, for longer periods of time, store at -20°C.
Prevent freeze thaw cycles.
Stability / Shelf Life
12 months at -20°C. 1 month at 4°C.
Applications
PSMA antibody has been tested by ELISA, Western blot analysis, ICC/IF and Flow cytometry to assure specificity and reactivity. Since application varies, however, each investigation should be titrated by the reagent to obtain optimal results. Recommended dilution range for Western blot analysis is 1:1,000~1:2000, ICC/IF is 1:100 and Flow cytometry is 1:200.
Safety Data Sheet
Usage
ProSpec's products are furnished for LABORATORY RESEARCH USE ONLY. The product may not be used as drugs, agricultural or pesticidal products, food additives or household chemicals.
