Specificity and Preparation: Affinity-purified anti-Melanopsin (UF008) was raised against the 15 N-terminal extracellular amino acids of mouse melanopsin. This antibody does not cross-react with melan
Background: Intrinsically photosensitive retinal ganglion cells (ipRGCs) contain melanopsin. The ipRGCs, with their amazing long processes, are involved in the perception of light and dark and are circadian rhythm determinants. Affinity-purified Anti-Melanopsin (UF008) has very high specificity to mouse ipRGCs.
Specificity and Preparation: Affinity-purified anti-Melanopsin (UF008) was raised against the 15 N-terminal extracellular amino acids of mouse melanopsin. This antibody does not cross-react with melanopsins of other species, it is very specific for mouse.
Usage and Storage: Applications include immunofluorescence (1 μg/ml) and targeting (targeting agent in Melanopsin-SAP, Cat. #IT-44). This antibody works in both cross-section and flat-mount staining. Store the antibody at -20°C for one year. Avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Gently spin down material before use; 5-10 seconds in a microfuge should be adequate.