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| Alternative Names | Metalloproteinase inhibitor 1;Erythroid-potentiating activity;EPA;Fibroblast collagenase inhibitor;Collagenase inhibitor;Tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinases 1;TIMP-1;TIMP1;CLGI, TIMP; |
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| Form | Liquid |
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| Immunogen | A synthesized peptide derived from human Factor H Factor H functions as a cofactor in the inactivation of C3b by factor I and also increases the rate of dissociation of the C3bBb complex (C3 convertase) and the (C3b) NBB complex (C5 convertase) in the alternative complement pathway. |
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Overview
This product is an anti-CFH antibody for target detection and characterization. Key identifiers include host species: Rabbit; Monoclonal; clone ACCI-3; isotype Rabbit IgG; reactivity: Human. Reported application contexts include WB, ICC, IF (as provided in the source record). Boster Bio Anti-Factor H CFH Monoclonal Antibody catalog # M00562. Tested in WB, ICC/IF applications. This antibody reacts with Human.
Key elements and design rationale
- Target: CFH (Metalloproteinase inhibitor 1).
- Antibody format: Monoclonal; clone ACCI-3; isotype Rabbit IgG.
- Host: Rabbit.
- Species reactivity: Human (confirm in your model system with appropriate controls).
This description is intended to help interpret the antibody design and the biological context of the target using the fields provided in the catalog record, alongside general experimental considerations.
Biological background
CFH (protein: T-cell surface glycoprotein CD4) is a commonly studied target in molecular and cellular biology. Functional context (as provided): Metalloproteinase inhibitor that functions by forming one to one complexes with target metalloproteinases, such as collagenases, and irreversibly inactivates them by binding to their catalytic zinc cofactor. Acts on MMP1, MMP2, MMP3, MMP7, MMP8, MMP9, MMP10, MMP11, MMP12, MMP13 and MMP16. Does not act on MMP14. Also functions as a growth factor that regulates cell differentiation, migration and cell death and activates cellular signaling cascades via CD63 and ITGB1. Plays a role in integrin signaling. Mediates erythropoiesis in vitro; but, unlike IL3, it is species-specific, stimulating the growth and differentiation of only human and murine erythroid progenitors. . Reported cellular localization context: Secreted . Tissue expression notes (as provided): Detected in rheumatoid synovial fluid (at protein level). .
Research relevance and current trends
- Research context keywords from the source record include: Angiogenesis,Cancer,Cardiovascular,Cell Biology,Cytoskeleton/ECM,ECM Enzymes,Extracellular Matrix,Invasion/Microenvironment,Protease Inhibitors,Proteolysis/Ubiquitin,Signal Transduction.
- Current studies often focus on connecting target abundance/localization to pathway perturbations across models, tissues, and cell states.
- Quantitative and multiplexed assays (e.g., imaging + immunoblot panels) are commonly used to compare phenotypes across conditions and time-courses.
Common research applications
- Western blotting (WB): assess relative target abundance across samples, treatments, or time-points.
- Immunofluorescence/ICC (IF/ICC): visualize subcellular localization patterns and cell-to-cell heterogeneity.
Workflow ideas (metafield): Validate CFH antibody specificity using KO/KD control samples (WB/IF/IHC as appropriate), Detect CFH expression by Western blot in cell or tissue lysates, Localize CFH by immunofluorescence/immunocytochemistry in cultured cells
Notes for experimental interpretation
- Consider isoforms and post-translational modifications (PTMs) that may shift apparent molecular weight or epitope accessibility.
- Apparent molecular weight may vary by sample type and processing (observed MW: 180 kDa; calculated MW: 23171 MW).
- Control concepts: include appropriate negative controls (e.g., isotype, KO/KD samples) and orthogonal validation when feasible.
Additional product details (from the source record)
- Molecular weight (observed): 180 kDa
- Cellular localization (provided): Secreted .
- Tissue details (provided): Detected in rheumatoid synovial fluid (at protein level). .
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