CD178 cell surface antigen is a 40kD glycoprotein also known as Fas ligand (CD95L). CD178 is a member of the TNF family, which is expressed by activated T lymphocytes and NK cells. The protein may exist as either a membrane bound or a cleaved soluble form. CD178 plays an important role in T cell development and cytotoxicity. Binding of CD178 to Fas (CD95) results in the induction of apoptosis. Applications: Suitable for use in Flow Cytometry, ELISA and Immunoprecipitation. Other applications have not been tested. Recommended Dilutions: Flow Cytometry: 1:25-1:50. Use 10ul to label 10e6 cells in 100ul. Results maybe enhanced using membrane permabilization. Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher. Hybridoma: Spleen cells from immunized BALB/c mice were fused with cells of the P3U1 myeloma cell line. Storage and Stability: May be stored at 4C for short-term only. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20C. Aliquots are stable for 12 months after receipt. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.
