Prostaglandin F2 alpha Antibody

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Prostaglandin F2 alpha Antibody Summary

• Immunogen: Prostaglandin F2 alpha conjugated to bovine serum albumin.
• Specificity: 8-iso-Prostaglandin F2 alpha
• Isotype: IgG
• Clonality: Polyclonal
• Host: Sheep
• Purity: Unpurified

Reactivity Notes

Species Independent. Reacts with all.

Packaging, Storage & Formulations

• Storage: Store at -20C. Avoid freeze-thaw cycles.
• Buffer: Whole antisera
• Preservative: Sodium Azide
• Purity: Unpurified

Alternate Names for Prostaglandin F2 alpha Antibody

• PG F2 alpha
• PGF 2 alpha
• PGF2 alpha
• PGF2alpha
• Prostaglandin F2alpha
• ProstaglandinF2 alpha

Background

Prostaglandin F2alpha (PGF2alpha) is formed in a variety of cells from PGH2, which itself is synthesized from arachidonic acid by the enzyme prostaglandin synthetase. PGF2alpha is often viewed as an antagonist to PGE2 due to their opposing effects on various tissues. PGF2alpha is a potent bronchoconstrictor and has been implicated in asthma attacks. PGF2alpha is also involved in reproductive functions including corpus luteum regulation, uterine contractions, and sperm motility. This has led to its use in terminating pregnancies and inducing labor at term. High levels of PGF2alpha have also been associated with preeclampsia.

Limitations

This product is for research use only and is not approved for use in humans or in clinical diagnosis. Primary Antibodies are guaranteed for 1 year from date of receipt.