Description_x000D_ Immunogen_x000D_ Recombinant fragment corresponding to a region within amino acids 2 and 245 of ALDH1A2 according to AAH30589_x000D_ Application_x000D_ Suggested starting dilutions are as follows: WB: 1:500-1:20000. Not yet tested in other applications. Optimal working dilutions should be determined experimentally by the end user._x000D_ Physical form_x000D_ 0.1M Tris, 0.1M Glycine, 20% Glycerol (pH7). 0.01% Thimerosal was added as a preservative._x000D_ Biochem/physiol Actions_x000D_ This protein belongs to the aldehyde dehydrogenase family of proteins. The product of this gene is an enzyme that catalyzes the synthesis of retinoic acid (RA) from retinaldehyde. Retinoic acid, the active derivative of vitamin A (retinol), is a hormonal signaling molecule that functions in developing and adult tissues. The studies of a similar mouse gene suggest that this enzyme and the cytochrome CYP26A1, concurrently establish local embryonic retinoic acid levels which facilitate posterior organ development and prevent spina bifida. Three transcript variants encoding distinct isoforms have been identified for this gene. [provided by RefSeq]_x000D_ Features and Benefits_x000D_ Evaluate our antibodies with complete peace of mind. If the antibody does not perform in your application, we will issue a full credit or replacement antibody. Learn more.