The protein encoded by this gene is a hormone secreted by parathyroid cells. This hormone elevates blood Ca2+ level by dissolving the salts in bone and preventing their renal excretion. Defects in this gene are a cause of familial isolated hypoparathyroidism (FIH).
Aliases: PTH1; PTH
Entrez GeneID: 5741
Swissprot: P01270
WB Predicted band size: 12.9kDa
Host/Isotype: Mouse IgG2b
Species Reactivity: Human
Immunogen: Purified recombinant fragment of human PTH(aa1-115) expressed in E. Coli.