AMACR(Alpha-methylacyl-CoA racemase) belongs to the CaiB/BaiF CoA-transferase family. It is a mitochondrial and peroxisomal enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of 2R stereoisomers of phytanic and pristanic acid to their S counterparts. AMACR has previously been shown to be a highly sensitive marker for colorectal and clinically localized prostate cancer (PCa). However,AMACR expression is down-regulated at the transcript and protein level in hormone-refractory metastatic PCa,suggesting a hormone-dependent expression of AMACR. It has 3 isoforms produced by alternative splicing. Defects in AMACR are the cause of alpha-methylacyl-CoA racemase deficiency (AMACRD) and congenital bile acid synthesis defect type 4 (CBAS4).
Immunogen Information
Immunogen
Recombinant Mouse Amacr protein expressed by E.coli
Swissprot
O09174
Synonyms
2 methylacyl CoA racemase2-methylacyl-CoA racemaseAlpha methylacyl CoA racemaseAlpha-methylacyl-CoA racemaseAmacrAMACRAMACRDMacr1RACERM
Calculated MW
43 kDa
Observed MW
43 kDa
Applications
Reactivity
Human
Tested Applications
WB,IHC
Conjugation
Unconjugated
Dilution
WB 1:1000-1:3000, IHC 1:150-1:300
Concentration
1 mg/mL
Storage Buffer
PBS with 0.02% sodium azide, 50% glycerol, pH 7.4
Storage Instructions
Store at -20°C Valid for 12 months. Avoid freeze / thaw cycles.