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| Alternative Names | Alpha-methylacyl-CoA racemase;5.1.99.4;2-methylacyl-CoA racemase;AMACR; |
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| Immunogen | A synthetic peptide corresponding to a sequence in the middle region of human AMACR, different from the related mouse and rat sequences by four amino acids. |
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Overview
This antibody is intended for detection of AMACR (Alpha-methylacyl-CoA racemase) in biological samples using common immunoassay formats. It is typically selected based on target identity, species reactivity, clonality/clone information, and detection modality.
Vendor notes: Boster Bio Anti-AMACR Antibody Picoband® catalog # PB9983. Tested in Flow Cytometry, IF, IHC, ICC, WB applications. This antibody reacts with Human, Mouse, Rat. The brand Picoband indicates this is a premium antibody that guarantees superior quality, high affinity, and strong signals with minimal background in Western blot applications. Only our best-performing antibodies are designated as Picoband, ensuring unmatched performance.
Key elements and design rationale
- Antibody format: Rabbit Polyclonal Rabbit IgG
- Immunogen / epitope context: A synthetic peptide corresponding to a sequence in the middle region of human AMACR, different from the related mouse and rat sequences by four amino acids.
- Molecular weight context: reported MW: 42 kDa; calculated MW: 42387 MW
- Reactivity: Human,Mouse,Rat
- Applications: Flow Cytometry, IF, IHC, ICC, WB
As a polyclonal antibody, the reagent recognizes multiple epitopes on the target, which can improve detection robustness but may increase sensitivity to sample-dependent epitope changes.
Biological background
Alpha-methylacyl-CoA racemase; Alpha-methylacyl-CoA racemase. Alpha-methylacyl-CoA racemase (AMACR) is a mitochondrial and peroxisomal enzyme. It encodes a racemase. The encoded enzyme interconverts pristanoyl-CoA and C27-bile acylCoAs between their (R)- and (S)-stereoisomers. The conversion to the (S)-stereoisomers is necessary for degradation of these substrates by peroxisomal beta-oxidation. Encoded proteins from this locus localize to both mitochondria and peroxisomes. Mutations in this gene may be associated with adult-onset sensorimotor neuropathy, pigmentary retinopathy, and adrenomyeloneuropathy due to defects in bile acid synthesis. Alternatively spliced transcript variants have been described. Read-through transcription also exists between this gene and the upstream neighboring C1QTNF3 (C1q and tumor necrosis factor related protein 3) gene. Functional note: Racemization of 2-methyl-branched fatty acid CoA esters. Responsible for the conversion of pristanoyl-CoA and C27-bile acyl-CoAs to their (S)-stereoisomers. Reported localization: Peroxisome . Mitochondrion . Expression/tissue context: Widely expressed. Expressed at higher level in thymus (medullary epithelial cells and monocyte-dendritic cells), pancreas, adrenal cortex and testis. Expressed at lower level in the spleen, fetal liver and lymph nodes. Isoform 2 and isoform 3 seem to be less frequently expressed than isoform 1, if at all.
Research relevance and current trends
- Cancer: Researchers commonly examine how AMACR (Alpha-methylacyl-CoA racemase) relates to this theme using model systems and orthogonal readouts.
- Cancer Metabolism: Researchers commonly examine how AMACR (Alpha-methylacyl-CoA racemase) relates to this theme using model systems and orthogonal readouts.
- Cancer Susceptibility: Researchers commonly examine how AMACR (Alpha-methylacyl-CoA racemase) relates to this theme using model systems and orthogonal readouts.
Common research applications
- Western blotting: compare relative AMACR (Alpha-methylacyl-CoA racemase) levels across conditions; band patterns may reflect isoforms and processing.
- IHC/IHC-F: assess spatial distribution of AMACR (Alpha-methylacyl-CoA racemase) across tissue regions and cell types using matched controls.
- IF/ICC: evaluate subcellular localization and co-localization patterns; signal can depend on fixation/permeabilization and epitope accessibility.
- Flow cytometry: quantify target-positive populations and shifts in expression; gating strategy and background staining controls are essential.
Notes for experimental interpretation
- Specificity notes: No cross reactivity with other proteins.
- Cross-reactivity: No cross-reactivity with other proteins.
- Isoforms and PTMs: Apparent size and signal patterns can differ across splice isoforms, proteolytic processing, and post-translational modifications.
- Controls: Include an isotype control (as relevant), no-primary control for imaging, and orthogonal validation such as KD/KO samples when available.
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