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| Alternative Names | Cytoskeleton-associated protein 4;63-kDa cytoskeleton-linking membrane protein;Climp-63;p63;Ckap4; |
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| Immunogen | A synthetic peptide corresponding to a sequence at the N-terminus of mouse CKAP4, different from the related human sequence by one amino acid. |
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Overview
This antibody is intended for detection of Ckap4 (Cytoskeleton-associated protein 4) 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-CKAP4 Antibody Picoband® catalog # A02154-1. Tested in WB applications. This antibody reacts with 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
- Antibody format: Rabbit Polyclonal Rabbit IgG
- Immunogen / epitope context: A synthetic peptide corresponding to a sequence at the N-terminus of mouse CKAP4, different from the related human sequence by one amino acid.
- Molecular weight context: reported MW: 66 kDa; calculated MW: 63692 MW
- Reactivity: Mouse
- Applications: 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
Cytoskeleton-associated protein 4; Cytoskeleton-associated protein 4. Cytoskeleton-associated protein 4, also known as CLIMP63 and p63, is a protein that in humans is encoded by the CKAP4 gene. It is mapped to 12q23.3. CKAP4 is found on the plasma membrane of select cells such as vascular smooth muscle and Type II Greater alveolar lung cells. It has a bimodal distribution. First, CKAP4 is found on the plasma membrane and serves as a receptor for SP-A/surfactant protein-A (in lung) and tPA (in vessels). Second, it is embedded in the membrane of a compartment that links the ER with the Golgi apparatus. This localization is dependent on its ability to form homooligomers, and its presence serves to anchor microtubules and the formation of tubular ER. Functional note: High-affinity epithelial cell surface receptor for APF. . Reported localization: Endoplasmic reticulum membrane; Single-pass type II membrane protein. Cell membrane; Single-pass type II membrane protein. Cytoplasm, cytoskeleton. Cytoplasm, perinuclear region. Translocates to the perinuclear region upon APF- stimulation. . Expression/tissue context: High in intestine and in peripheral blood mononuclear cells; low in lung, kidney, thymus, uterus, vasculature and brain. Not found in liver, heart, retina oe skeletal muscle.
Research relevance and current trends
- Cancer: Researchers commonly examine how Ckap4 (Cytoskeleton-associated protein 4) relates to this theme using model systems and orthogonal readouts.
- Tumor Biomarkers: Researchers commonly examine how Ckap4 (Cytoskeleton-associated protein 4) relates to this theme using model systems and orthogonal readouts.
Common research applications
- Western blotting: compare relative Ckap4 (Cytoskeleton-associated protein 4) levels across conditions; band patterns may reflect isoforms and processing.
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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