Two synthetic peptides KLH conjugated corresponding to different regions of the MAP-2 gene product, but are shared between the Human (NP_002365) and Mouse (P20357) sequences. Production: After repeated injections, immune eggs were collected, the IgY fractions were purified from the yolks. These IgY fractions were then affinity-purified using a peptide column, and the concentrations of the eluates adjusted to 200 µg/ml. Finally, equal volumes of both of these affinity purified anti-peptide antibodies were mixed, and the preparation was filter- sterilized.
Human MAP-2 is a 199,296 dalton protein (1827 amino acids) expressed in neurons of the PNS and CNS, where it serves as a major component of the neuronal cytoskeleton. MAP-2 contributes to structural integrity and cell shape. This gene encodes a protein that belongs to the microtubule-associated protein family. The proteins of this family are thought to be involved in microtubule assembly, which is an essential step in neurogenesis. The exact function of this gene is still unknown. The products of similar genes in rat and mouse are neuron-specific cytoskeletal proteins that are enriched in dentrites, implicating a role in determining and stabilizing dentritic shape during neuron development.Synonyms: MAP2, Microtubule-associated protein 2, Neuronal Marker