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| Alternative Names | POU domain class 2-associating factor 1;B-cell-specific coactivator OBF-1;BOB-1;BOB1;OCA-B;OCT-binding factor 1;Pou2af1;Obf-1; |
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| Immunogen | A synthetic peptide corresponding to a sequence at the C-terminus of mouse BOB1, different from the related rat sequence by one amino acid, and from human sequence by four amino acids. |
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Overview
Anti-BOB1/POU2AF1 Antibody Picoband® is an antibody targeting POU2AF1. Common applications include WB, IHC, Flow Cytometry, ELISA. Key specifications include host: Rabbit; clonality: Polyclonal; isotype: Rabbit IgG; reactivity: Rat,Mouse; observed MW: 37 kDa; calculated MW: 27692 MW.
Boster Bio Anti-BOB1/POU2AF1 Antibody catalog # PA1506. Tested in IHC, WB applications. This antibody reacts with 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
- Target: POU2AF1 — POU domain class 2-associating factor 1
- Antibody format: Host: Rabbit; Clonality: Polyclonal; Isotype: Rabbit IgG
- Species reactivity: Rat,Mouse
- Molecular weight guidance: Observed: 37 kDa; Calculated: 27692 MW
Specificity note: No cross reactivity with other proteins.
Biological background
Protein function (datasheet): Transcriptional coactivator that specifically associates with either OCT1 or OCT2. It boosts the OCT1 mediated promoter activity and to a lesser extent, that of OCT2. It has no intrinsic DNA-binding activity. It recognizes the POU domains of OCT1 and OCT2. It is essential for the response of B-cells to antigens and required for the formation of germinal centers.
Scientific background (datasheet): POU2AF1 (POU domain class 2-associating factor 1), also known as OBF1, BOB1 and OCAB, is a protein that in humans is encoded by the POU2AF1 gene. POU domain proteins contain a bipartite DNA-binding domain divided by a flexible linker that enables them to adopt various monomer configurations on DNA. The versatility of POU protein operation is additionally conferred at the dimerization level. Casellas et al. (2002) reported that OCAB is essential for V (D)J recombination of a subset of Ig-kappa genes. They showed that OCAB modulates recombination by ly enhancing Ig-kappa gene transcription in vivo. Siegel et al. (2006) suggested that, together with dysregulation of other OCAB target genes, altered regulation of SYK may help explain the magnitude of defects observed in B-cell development, including the pre-B1-to-pre-B2 transition, and immune responses in Ocab -/- mice.
Cellular localization (datasheet): Nucleus.
Tissue details (datasheet): B-cell specific.
Research relevance and current trends
- Commonly studied in contexts related to Adaptive Immunity,B Cells,Developmental Families,Domain Families,Epigenetics and Nuclear Signaling,Immunology,Non-CD,Transcription.
- 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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