Anti-phospho-Met, (Tyr1234/1235)

The proto-oncogene Met (c-Met, HGF/SF Receptor, HGFR) is a receptor tyrosine kinase that is activated upon Hepatocyte Growth Factor (HGF) binding. This stimulates the autophosphorylation on Tyr1234/Tyr1235 which leads to pleiotropic downstream signaling events in epithelial cells that stimulate multiple cellular processes including cell proliferation, growth, differentiation, cell migration/ invasion, and tumorigenesis. These effects are mediated by SH2 domain-containing proteins that bind to the C-terminal tail of c-Met. Chronic stimulation of Met on cancer cells is thought to play a role in metastasis and dysregulation of c-Met activity is directly associated with oncogenesis, making it an important cancer target. Applications: Suitable for use in Western Blot. Other applications not tested. Recommended Dilution: Western Blot: 1:10000, Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher. Positive Control: RIPA lysates from A431 cells co-expressing Met/HGFR and HGF. Storage and Stability: May be stored at 4°C for short-term only. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20°C. Aliquots are stable for 12 months. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.