Fetuin-A rabbit pAb - 50 μL

Function: Promotes endocytosis, possesses opsonic properties and influences the mineral phase of bone. Shows affinity for calcium and barium ions. polymorphism: There are two common alleles, AHSG*1 and AHSG*2. AHSG*1 has Thr-248/Thr-256; AHSG*2 has Met-248/Ser-256. similarity: Belongs to the fetuin family. similarity: Contains 2 cystatin domains. subunit: Alpha-2-HS glycoprotein derives from this precursor, when the connecting peptide is cleaved off. The two chains A and B are held together by a single disulfide bond. tissue specificity: Synthesized in liver and selectively concentrated in bone matrix. Secrete din plasma. It is also found in dentin in much higher quantities than other plasma proteins.