AGER Antibody / RAGE

Overview

AGER Antibody / RAGE is an antibody targeting RAGE, raised in Rabbit for protein detection and localization studies where these specifications are required.

Key elements and design rationale

• Target: RAGE.
• Antibody identity: Polyclonal (rabbit origin); Rabbit Ig.
• Conjugate/label: Unconjugated (affects detection chemistry and multiplex compatibility).
• Format: Antigen affinity purified.
• Species reactivity: Human, Mouse.
• Listed applications: WB, IHC-P, FACS (refer to on-page specifications for application-specific guidance).

Biological background

AGER is a cell surface receptor that is specifically activated by AGEs, which are formed when sugars react non-enzymatically with proteins or lipids. These AGEs are known to accumulate in various tissues over time, contributing to the development of complications like diabetic nephropathy, retinopathy, and neuropathy. AGER acts as a receptor for these AGEs, signaling pathways that lead to inflammation, oxidative stress, and tissue damage. Understanding the role of AGER in diabetes-related complications has significant implications for the development of novel therapeutic strategies. By targeting AGER and its downstream signaling pathways, researchers hope to mitigate the harmful effects of AGE accumulation in diabetic patients. In fact, recent studies have shown that blocking AGER with specific inhibitors can reduce inflammation and oxidative stress in diabetic animal models, offering promise for future treatments. In addition to its role in diabetes, AGER has also been implicated in other age-related diseases, such as Alzheimer's and cardiovascular disease. By studying the mechanisms by which AGER mediates these diseases, researchers can gain valuable insights into the underlying pathophysiology and identify new targets for intervention.

Research relevance and current trends

• Comparative expression profiling across cell types, tissues, or perturbations (e.g., drug treatment, genetic editing, or differentiation).
• Subcellular localization and trafficking studies, including co-localization with pathway markers in microscopy-based assays.
• Integration of protein-level measurements with transcriptomics or proteomics to relate abundance to regulation and phenotype.

Common research applications

• Western blotting: researchers commonly compare relative signal levels across conditions and use appropriate negative/positive controls for interpretation.
• Immunohistochemistry: researchers commonly compare relative signal levels across conditions and use appropriate negative/positive controls for interpretation.
• Flow cytometry: researchers commonly compare relative signal levels across conditions and use appropriate negative/positive controls for interpretation.

Interpretation should account for antibody-dependent factors such as epitope accessibility, isoforms, and sample preparation differences across workflows.

Notes for experimental interpretation

• Isoforms and PTMs: many targets have multiple isoforms and post-translational modifications that can shift apparent signal or localization; interpret bands/signals accordingly.
• Epitope context: binding can depend on protein conformation and sample processing; region information in the title/immunogen can help anticipate what may be detected.
• Species differences: predicted or validated reactivity may vary by ortholog sequence and sample context; confirm in your model system.
• Control concepts: include negative controls (no-primary/isotype), and where possible genetic controls (KO/KD) or independent antibodies to strengthen conclusions.

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