| Field | Specification |
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| Alternative Names | ARHGEF6; COOL2; KIAA0006; PIXA; Rho guanine nucleotide exchange factor 6; Alpha-Pix; COOL-2; PAK-interacting exchange factor alpha; Rac/Cdc42 guanine nucleotide exchange factor 6 |
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| Immunogen | E.coli-derived human ARHGEF6 recombinant protein (Position: E54-R765). Human ARHGEF6 shares 91.2% and 91.3% amino acid (aa) sequence identity with mouse and rat ARHGEF6, respectively. |
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Overview
Anti-ARHGEF6 Antibody Picoband® is an antibody targeting ARHGEF6. Common applications include WB, IHC, Flow Cytometry, ELISA. Key specifications include host: Rabbit; clonality: Polyclonal; isotype: Rabbit IgG; reactivity: Human,Mouse; observed MW: 87 kDa; calculated MW: 87 kDa.
Boster Bio Anti-ARHGEF6 Antibody Picoband® catalog # A05317-1. Tested in WB, Flow Cytometry, ELISA applications. This antibody reacts with Human, Mouse. 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
- Target: ARHGEF6 — Rac/Cdc42 guanine nucleotide exchange factor 6
- Antibody format: Host: Rabbit; Clonality: Polyclonal; Isotype: Rabbit IgG
- Species reactivity: Human,Mouse
- Molecular weight guidance: Observed: 87 kDa; Calculated: 87 kDa
Biological background
Scientific background (datasheet): Rho guanine nucleotide exchange factor 6 is a protein that, in humans, is encoded by the ARHGEF6 gene. Rho GTPases play a fundamental role in numerous cellular processes that are initiated by extracellular stimuli that work through G protein coupled receptors. The encoded protein belongs to a family of cytoplasmic proteins that activate the Ras-like family of Rho proteins by exchanging bound GDP for GTP. It may form a complex with G proteins and stimulate Rho-dependent signals. This protein is activated by PI3-kinase. Mutations in this gene can cause X-chromosomal non-specific cognitive disability.
Research relevance and current trends
- Supports comparative expression analysis across conditions, genotypes, or treatments when paired with appropriate controls.
- Useful for confirming target presence and subcellular distribution using orthogonal readouts (e.g., microscopy vs. immunoblotting).
Common research applications
- Western blot (WB): Compare relative target abundance and apparent size/isoforms across samples; interpret bands in light of expected MW and potential PTMs.
- ELISA: Measure target abundance in compatible matrices using a standard-curve readout; ensure dilution linearity and appropriate controls.
- Immunohistochemistry (IHC): Assess tissue distribution and cell-type patterns; interpret staining with appropriate negative controls and antigen context.
- Flow cytometry: Quantify target-positive populations in single-cell suspensions; pair with viability and isotype/FMO controls conceptually.
Notes for experimental interpretation
- Consider isoforms, post-translational modifications, and processing that can shift apparent molecular weight or localization.
- Cross-reactivity (datasheet): No cross-reactivity with other proteins
- Use appropriate positive and negative controls (e.g., KO/KD, blocking peptide, or isotype controls) to support specificity interpretation.
As a polyclonal antibody, this reagent may recognize multiple epitopes on the target, which can improve detection robustness but may require careful specificity controls.
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