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| Alternative Names | Excitatory amino acid transporter 1;Sodium-dependent glutamate/aspartate transporter 1;GLAST-1;Solute carrier family 1 member 3;SLC1A3;EAAT1, GLAST, GLAST1; |
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| Immunogen | A synthetic peptide corresponding to a sequence at the C-terminus of human EAAT1, different from the related rat and mouse sequences by three amino acids. |
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Overview
Anti-EAAT1/SLC1A3 Antibody Picoband® is an antibody targeting SLC1A3. Common applications include WB, IHC, Flow Cytometry, ELISA. Key specifications include host: Rabbit; clonality: Polyclonal; isotype: Rabbit IgG; reactivity: Human,Mouse,Rat; observed MW: 274 kDa; calculated MW: 59572 MW.
Boster Bio Anti-EAAT1/SLC1A3 Antibody catalog # PA2185. Tested in IHC, WB 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: SLC1A3 — Excitatory amino acid transporter 1
- Antibody format: Host: Rabbit; Clonality: Polyclonal; Isotype: Rabbit IgG
- Species reactivity: Human,Mouse,Rat
- Molecular weight guidance: Observed: 274 kDa; Calculated: 59572 MW
Specificity note: No cross reactivity with other proteins.
Biological background
Protein function (datasheet): Transports L-glutamate and also L- and D-aspartate. Essential for terminating the postsynaptic action of glutamate by rapidly removing released glutamate from the synaptic cleft. Acts as a symport by cotransporting sodium.
Scientific background (datasheet): Solute carrier family 1 (glial high-affinity glutamate transporter), member 3, also known as SLC1A3, EAAT1 or GLAST, is a protein that in humans is encoded by the SLC1A3 gene. This gene is a member of high affinity glutamate transporter family. SLC1A3 is mapped to chromosome 5p13.2 by fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH). This gene transports L-glutamate and also L- and D-aspartate. It is essential for terminating the postsynaptic action of glutamate by rapidly removing released glutamate from the synaptic cleft. This gene acts as a symport by cotransporting sodium.
Cellular localization (datasheet): Membrane; Multi-pass membrane protein.
Tissue details (datasheet): Highly expressed in cerebellum, but also found in frontal cortex, hippocampus and basal ganglia.
Sequence similarities (datasheet): Belongs to the protein kinase superfamily. TKL Ser/Thr protein kinase family. Pelle subfamily.
Research relevance and current trends
- Commonly studied in contexts related to Amino Acids,Cell Type Marker,Energy Metabolism,Metabolism,Neural Stem Cells,Neuroscience,Neurotransmitter,Signal Transduction,Stem Cells,Surface Molecules,Transporters.
- 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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