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| Alternative Names | Bcl-2-related protein A1;Bcl-2-like protein 5;Bcl2-L-5;Hemopoietic-specific early response protein;Protein BFL-1;Protein GRS;BCL2A1;BCL2L5, BFL1, GRS, HBPA1; |
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| Immunogen | A synthetic peptide corresponding to a sequence at the N-terminus of human Bcl2A1. |
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Overview
Anti-Bcl-2-related protein A1 Bcl2A1 Antibody Picoband® is an antibody targeting BCL2A1. Common applications include WB, IHC, Flow Cytometry, ELISA. Key specifications include host: Rabbit; clonality: Polyclonal; isotype: Rabbit IgG; reactivity: Human; observed MW: 30 kDa; calculated MW: 20132 MW.
Boster Bio Anti-Bcl-2-related protein A1 Bcl2A1 Antibody catalog # PA2102. Tested in WB applications. This antibody reacts with Human. 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: BCL2A1 — Bcl-2-related protein A1
- Antibody format: Host: Rabbit; Clonality: Polyclonal; Isotype: Rabbit IgG
- Species reactivity: Human
- Molecular weight guidance: Observed: 30 kDa; Calculated: 20132 MW
Specificity note: No cross reactivity with other proteins.
Biological background
Protein function (datasheet): Retards apoptosis induced by IL-3 deprivation. May function in the response of hemopoietic cells to external signals and in maintaining endothelial survival during infection (By similarity). Can inhibit apoptosis induced by serum starvation in the mammary epithelial cell line HC11 (By similarity). .
Scientific background (datasheet): Bcl-2-related protein A1 (BCL2A1), is the human homolog of the murine A1, and maps to chromosome 15q24.3. The BCL2A1 gene has also been referred to as BCL2L5, BFL1, and GRS. Bfl-1 protein suppresses apoptosis induced by the p53 tumor suppressor protein in a manner similar to other Bcl-2 family members such as Bcl-2, Bcl-xL and EBV-BHRF1. In addition, the bfl-I gene cooperates efficiently with the Ela oncogene in transformation of primary rodent epithelial cells. The human bfl-1 gene may play an important role in carcinogenesis.
Cellular localization (datasheet): Cytoplasm.
Tissue details (datasheet): Seems to be restricted to the hematopoietic compartment. Expressed in peripheral blood, spleen, and bone marrow, at moderate levels in lung, small intestine and testis, at a minimal levels in other tissues. Also found in vascular smooth muscle cells and hematopoietic malignancies.
Sequence similarities (datasheet): Contains 5 BAG domains.
Research relevance and current trends
- Commonly studied in contexts related to Apoptosis,Cell Biology,Intracellular.
- 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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