Pappalysin-1, also known as DIPLA1, is a protein that in humans is encoded by the PAPPA gene. It is mapped to 9q33.1. PAPPA is found in the ovarian follicles, follicular fluid, luteal cells, and fallopian tubes of nonpregnant women and in the seminal vesicles and seminal fluid of males. This gene encodes a secreted metalloproteinase which cleaves insulin-like growth factor binding proteins (IGFBPs). It is thought to be involved in local proliferative processes such as wound healing and bone remodeling. Low plasma level of this protein has been suggested as a biochemical marker for pregnancies with aneuploid fetuses. It has been found that circulating PAPPA is a disulfide-bridged complex with proMBP in which the subunits of the constituents are present in a 1:1 molar ratio.

Applications:
Suitable for use in Western Blot and Immunohistochemistry. Other applications not tested.

Recommended Dilution:
Western Blot: 0.1-0.5ug/ml
Immunohistochemistry (paraffin): 0.5-1ug/ml Requires HIER using sodium citrate buffer pH6.0 prior to staining.
Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.

Storage and Stability:
Lyophilized and reconstituted products are stable for 12 months after receipt at -20°C. Reconstitute with sterile dH2O. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap. Further dilutions can be made in assay buffer.