BackgroundThis gene encodes a member of the BCL-2 family of proteins. This family member belongs to the BH3-only pro-apoptotic subclass. The protein cooperates with direct activator proteins to induce mitochondrial outer membrane permeabilization and apoptosis. It can bind to anti-apoptotic Bcl-2 family members to induce mitochondrial dysfunction and caspase activation. Because of its pro-apoptotic role, this gene is a potential drug target for cancer therapy and for tissue injury. Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants. [provided by RefSeq, Dec 2011]
Storage/StabilityStore at -20°C. Supplied in 50mM Tris-Glycine(pH 7.4), 0.15M NaCl, 40% Glycerol, 0.01% sodium azide and 0.05% BSA. Stable for 12 months from date of receipt.
Western blot detection of PUMA in Jurkat,THP-1,C6,3T3,Hela cell lysates using PUMA antibody(1:1000 diluted).
Immunohistochemical analysis of paraffin-embedded human breast cancer using db12341 antibody.
Immunofluorescent analysis of 293T cells using db12341 antibody (green), and DAPI (blue).