Thermo Fisher Scientific MMP9 Polyclonal Antibody

Applications

Tested Dilution

Publications

Western Blot (WB)

1:2,000

-

Immunoprecipitation (IP)

1:500

-

Product Specifications

Species Reactivity

Rat

Host/Isotype

Rabbit / IgG

Class

Polyclonal

Type

Antibody

Immunogen

E coli-expressed active rat 92-kDa type IV collagenase (catalytic domain).

Conjugate

Unconjugated Unconjugated Unconjugated

Form

Liquid

Concentration

1 mg/mL

Purification

Protein A

Storage buffer

PBS

Contains

0.1% sodium azide

Storage conditions

Store at 4°C short term. For long term storage, store at -20°C, avoiding freeze/thaw cycles.

Shipping conditions

Ambient (domestic); Wet ice (international)

RRID

AB_2235384

Product Specific Information

This antibody does not cross-react with other MMP family members.

Target Information

MMP9 (matrix metallopeptidase 9, GELB, CLG4B) is a matrix metalloproteinase, a family of zinc and calcium-dependent endopeptidases that degrade extracellular matrix proteins. MMP9 is secreted as a 92kDa zymogen and cleavage of pro-MMP9 results in the active enzyme with a molecular weight of 82kDa. MMP9 has a gelatin-binding domain consisting of three fibronectin type II units, a catalytic domain containing the zinc-binding site, a proline-rich type V collagen-homologous domain and a hemopexin-like domain. MMP9 is produced by monocytes, macrophages, neutrophils, keratinocytes, fibroblasts, osteoclasts and endothelial cells, and is involved in inflammatory responses, tissue remodeling, wound healing, tumor growth and metastasis. MMP9 is supplied by bone marrow-derived cells and contributes to skin carcinogenesis. Further, MMP9 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. Studies have shown that elevated MMP9 is associated with progression of idiopathic atrial fibrillation and aortic aneurysm.

For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures. Not for resale without express authorization.