Monoclonal Anti-tyrosine hydroxylase (mouse IgG1 isotype) is derived from the hybridoma TH-16 produced by the fusion of mouse myeloma cells and splenocytes from BALB/c mice immunized with purified rat tyrosine hydroxylase. This antibody recognizes an epitope located in the N-terminal region of human, monkey, bovine, sheep, rabbit, dog, guinea pig, mouse and rat tyrosine hydroxylase (TH).Tyrosine hydroxylase (TH) is encoded by the gene mapped to human chromosome 11p15. TH is a tetramer of four identical subunits, which is characterized with a regulatory, catalytic, and tetramerization domains. The enzyme utilizes tyrosine, BH4 and O2 as co-substrates, and Fe2+ as a cofactor.
Synonyms: TH; TYH
Storage: -20C
Biochem Physiol Actions: Tyrosine hydroxylase (TH) catalyzes the first rate limiting step in the biosynthesis of catecholamine neurotransmitter,that is, the conversion of L-tyrosine to L-dopa. Inhibition of TH by L-phenylalanine, might play a crucial role in phenylketonuria and block the synthesis of norepinephrine. Activity of TH can be regulated by phosphorylation. Decreased expression of TH is associated with various neuro-psychiatric diseases such as schizophrenia and Parkinson's disease (PD).
Other Notes: In order to obtain best results in different techniques and preparations we recommend determining optimal working concentration by titration test.