| Field | Specification |
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| Alternative Names | DBT; BCATE2; Lipoamide acyltransferase component of branched-chain alpha-keto acid dehydrogenase complex, mitochondrial; EC 2.3.1.168; 52 kDa mitochondrial autoantigen of primary biliary cirrhosis; Branched chain 2-oxo-acid dehydrogenase complex component E2; BCOADC-E2; Branched-chain alpha-keto acid dehydrogenase complex component E2; BCKAD-E2; BCKADE2; Dihydrolipoamide acetyltransferase component of branched-chain alpha-keto acid dehydrogenase complex; Dihydrolipoamide branched chain transacylase; Dihydrolipoyllysine-residue; 2-methylpropanoyltransferase |
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| Immunogen | E.coli-derived human DBT recombinant protein (Position: K46-R462). Human DBT shares 89.7% amino acid (aa) sequence identity with mouse DBT. |
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Overview
Anti-DBT Antibody Picoband® is an antibody targeting DBT. Common applications include WB, IHC, ICC, IF, IP, Flow Cytometry, ELISA. Key specifications include host: Rabbit; clonality: Polyclonal; isotype: Rabbit IgG; reactivity: Human,Mouse,Rat; observed MW: 53 kDa; calculated MW: 53 kDa.
Boster Bio Anti-DBT Antibody Picoband® catalog # A01145-2. Tested in WB, ICC/IF, IP, Flow Cytometry, ELISA 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
- Target: DBT — dihydrolipoamide branched chain transacylase E2
- Antibody format: Host: Rabbit; Clonality: Polyclonal; Isotype: Rabbit IgG
- Species reactivity: Human,Mouse,Rat
- Molecular weight guidance: Observed: 53 kDa; Calculated: 53 kDa
Biological background
Scientific background (datasheet): The branched-chain alpha-keto acid dehydrogenase complex (BCKD) is an inner-mitochondrial enzyme complex involved in the breakdown of the branched-chain amino acids isoleucine, leucine, and valine. The BCKD complex is thought to be composed of a core of 24 transacylase (E2) subunits, and associated decarboxylase (E1), dehydrogenase (E3), and regulatory subunits. This gene encodes the transacylase (E2) subunit. Mutations in this gene result in maple syrup urine disease, type 2. Alternatively spliced transcript variants have been described, but their biological validity has not been determined.
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.
- Immunofluorescence / ICC: Visualize subcellular localization and co-localization patterns; consider fixation/permeabilization compatibility and controls.
- 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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