MMP-9 Polyclonal Antibody Sizes: 50μL, 100μL Catalogue Numbers: RA20524-50, RA20524-100 Citations, Manuals and MSDS Available upon request. Background: matrix metallopeptidase 9 (MMP9) Homo sapiens Proteins of the matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) family are involved in the breakdown of extracellular matrix in normal physiological processes, such as embryonic development, reproduction, and tissue remodeling, as well as in disease processes, such as arthritis and metastasis. Most MMP's are secreted as inactive proproteins which are activated when cleaved by extracellular proteinases. The enzyme encoded by this gene degrades type IV and V collagens. Studies in rhesus monkeys suggest that the enzyme is involved in IL-8-induced mobilization of hematopoietic progenitor cells from bone marrow, and murine studies suggest a role in tumor-associated tissue remodeling. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008], Condition: Liquid in PBS containing 50% glycerol, 0.5% BSA and 0.02% sodium azide. Storage Instructions: -20°C/1 year Recommended dilutions: IF: 1:50-200 Western Blot: 1/500 - 1/2000. IHC-p: 1/100-1/300. ELISA: 1/20000. Not yet tested in other applications. Alternative Names: MMP9; CLG4B; Matrix metalloproteinase-9; MMP-9; 92 kDa gelatinase; 92 kDa type IV collagenase; Gelatinase B; GELB Applications: IF/ICC; WB; IHC-p; ELISA Species Cross-Reactivity: Human; Mouse; Rat GeneID (Human): 4318 Protein MW (KDa): 80 SWISS: P14780 Source: Rabbit Research Use Only