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| Immunogen | E.coli-derived human ADORA2A recombinant protein (Position: N144-G410) was used as the immunogen for the ADORA2A antibody. |
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Overview
ADORA2A Antibody / Adenosine receptor A2A is a anti-ADORA2A Rabbit antibody Polyclonal (rabbit origin) supplied in Lyophilized format. Recommended for workflows such as Western blot (WB), Flow cytometry (FACS), ELISA with listed reactivity in Human, Mouse.
Key elements and design rationale
- Target: ADORA2A
- Antibody details: Rabbit, Polyclonal (rabbit origin), isotype Rabbit IgG
- Format: Lyophilized
- Applications (as listed): WB, FACS, ELISA
Biological background
Structurally, ADORA2A consists of an extracellular ligand-binding pocket for adenosine and intracellular domains that interact with G proteins and regulatory kinases. The receptor plays a critical role in modulating dopaminergic neurotransmission, motor control, and sleep regulation. Pharmacologically, ADORA2A is a therapeutic target for Parkinson’s disease and psychiatric disorders due to its antagonistic interaction with dopamine D2 receptors. In the cardiovascular system, ADORA2A activation causes vasodilation and platelet inhibition, contributing to tissue perfusion and anti-thrombotic effects.
ADORA2A signaling also exerts immunomodulatory functions by suppressing pro-inflammatory cytokine production and promoting regulatory T cell activity. Dysregulation of this receptor is linked to neurodegenerative diseases, ischemia, and autoimmune conditions. Overexpression of ADORA2A in certain tumors supports immunosuppressive microenvironments by inhibiting T-cell activation, making it an emerging target for cancer immunotherapy. Structural and mutational analyses have revealed key residues responsible for ligand specificity and receptor desensitization through phosphorylation and arrestin binding.
Immunohistochemical staining using ADORA2A antibody shows membrane and cytoplasmic localization in neurons, endothelial cells, and lymphocytes. ADORA2A antibody from
Research relevance and current trends
- Connecting protein-level changes to phenotype using orthogonal readouts (genetic perturbation, transcriptomics, imaging).
- Considering isoforms and post-translational regulation when interpreting protein-level changes.
- Comparing results across species and model systems with matched controls.
Common research applications
- Western blotting: compare relative abundance and activation-state changes across conditions.
- Flow cytometry: quantify target-positive populations and signal shifts at single-cell resolution.
- ELISA: support antibody-based quantification in assay formats where applicable.
Interpret changes in signal alongside appropriate controls and, when relevant, in parallel with total-protein or pathway readouts.
Notes for experimental interpretation
- Signal can reflect expression level, isoform composition, and post-translational state; interpret results in the context of your model system and stimuli.
- Species differences and sample matrices can influence epitope recognition; prioritize matched controls and orthogonal confirmation when feasible.
Antibody notes: Polyclonal antibodies recognize multiple epitopes, which can broaden the epitope footprint and may increase sensitivity in some contexts.
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