Mouse AR/Androgen receptor Ready-To-Use IHC Kit

Cat. No.: IHC0327M
Sample Type: FFPE tissue
Size: 50T (including a control slide)
Storage and Stability: Please store components at the temperatures indicated on the individual tube labels. The kit is stable for 6 months from the date of receipt.

Background

The androgen receptor (AR) is a member of the steroid-hormone receptor superfamily of nuclear receptors. The receptor is more than 90 kDa and has three major functional domains: the N-terminal domain, DNA-binding domain, and the androgen-binding domain. The androgen receptor is a ligand-activated transcription factor that binds active testosterone (T) and dihydrotestosterone (DHT). Upon binding the hormone ligand, the receptor dissociates from accessory proteins, translocates into the nucleus, dimerizes, and then stimulates transcription of androgen responsive genes. The AR signaling pathway plays a key role in development and function of male reproductive organs, including the prostate and epididymis. AR also plays a role in nonreproductive organs, such as muscle, hair follicles, and brain. Androgen Receptor is a phosphoprotein, and also regulates mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAP kinase). The inhibition of the MEK1/2 pathway correlates directly with a change in phosphorylation state of the androgen receptor. Abnormalities in the AR signaling pathway have been linked to a number of diseases, including prostate cancer, Kennedy's disease, and male infertility. Mutations in this gene are associated with complete androgen insensitivity (CAIS).

Synonyms

AIS, AR, AR8, DHTR, HUMARA, HYSP1, KD, NR3C4, SBMA, SMAX1, TFM.Validation Data

Materials Supplied

Number	Component	50T	Concentration	Storage
1	PBS Buffer (powder)	2L x 2	20x	RT
2	Antigen Retrieval Buffer	20ml	100x	2-8°C
3	Endogenous Peroxidase Blocking Buffer	3ml	RTU	2-8°C
4	Blocking Buffer	3ml	RTU	2-8°C
5	Primary Antibody (Mouse Androgen receptor Recombinant Rabbit mAb)	6ml	RTU	2-8°C
6	Secondary Antibody (Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L, HRP conjugated)	6ml	RTU	2-8°C
7	Chromogen Component A	0.3ml	RTU	-20°C
8	Chromogen Component B	0.3ml	RTU	-20°C
9	Counter Staining Reagent	5ml	RTU	RT
10	Differentiation Reagent	6ml	RTU	RT
11	Mounting Media	5ml	RTU	RT
12	Control slide (Mouse testis)	1 slide	RTU	RT
13	Datasheet	1 copy

Notes

1. The positive control slide provided in the kit allows you to be sure that the experimental set-up is working properly.
2. Do not allow slides to dry at any time during this procedure.
3. Please don't replace the matching reagents in this product with other manufacturers' products.
4. As DAB is a carcinogen, please take necessary precautions.
5. PBS (reagent 1) can be stored for one week at 4℃ after preparation; The antigen retrieval buffer (1×reagent 2) and the chromogenic agent (the mixture of reagents 7 and 8) should be prepared right before each assay.

As DAB is a carcinogen, please take necessary precautions.

Important Note: This product as supplied is intended for research use only, not for use in human, therapeutic or diagnostic applications.