MMP-1 is a member of the large family of matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) that degrades substrates, such as gelatin, nidogen, collagen type 3, collagen type 4,laminin-1, proteoglycans, elastin, etc. Most MMP proteins are activated after cleaved by extracellular proteinases. The matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) family are involved in the breakdown of extracellular matrix in normal physiological pathway: embryonic development, reproduction, tissue remodeling. MMP also involves in disease processes, such as arthritis and metastasis.

Store at 4°C if intended for use within one month, otherwise, store at -20°C to -80°C. The lyophilized antibody is stable for at least 18 months after the date of receipt when stored at -20°C to -80°C. After reconstitution, it can also be aliquoted and stored frozen at -20°C to -80°C in a manual defrost freezer for 6 months without detectable loss of activity. Upon reconstitution, the antibody can also be stored for 30 days at 4°C. Please avoid freeze-thaw cycles, as this will lower the activity of the antibody.