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| Alternative Names | Galectin-3;Gal-3;35 kDa lectin;Carbohydrate-binding protein 35;CBP 35;Galactose-specific lectin 3;Galactoside-binding protein;GALBP;IgE-binding protein;L-31;Laminin-binding protein;Lectin L-29;Mac-2 antigen;LGALS3;MAC2; |
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| Immunogen | E.coli-derived human Galectin 3 recombinant protein (Position: K139-I250). Human Galectin 3 shares 88% and 84% amino acid (aa) sequences identity with mouse and rat Galectin 3, respectively. |
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Overview
Anti-Galectin 3/LGALS3 Antibody Picoband® is an antibody targeting LGALS3. Common applications include WB, IHC, ICC, IF, Flow Cytometry, ELISA. Key specifications include host: Rabbit; clonality: Polyclonal; isotype: Rabbit IgG; reactivity: Human; observed MW: 26 kDa; calculated MW: 26152 MW.
Boster Bio Anti-Galectin 3/LGALS3 Antibody Picoband® catalog # PB9081. Tested in Flow Cytometry, IF, IHC, ICC, WB applications. This antibody reacts with Human. 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: LGALS3 — Galectin-3
- Antibody format: Host: Rabbit; Clonality: Polyclonal; Isotype: Rabbit IgG
- Species reactivity: Human
- Molecular weight guidance: Observed: 26 kDa; Calculated: 26152 MW
Specificity note: No cross reactivity with other proteins.
Biological background
Protein function (datasheet): Galactose-specific lectin which binds IgE. May mediate with the alpha-3, beta-1 integrin the stimulation by CSPG4 of endothelial cells migration. Together with DMBT1, required for terminal differentiation of columnar epithelial cells during early embryogenesis (By similarity). In the nucleus: acts as a pre-mRNA splicing factor. Involved in acute inflammatory responses including neutrophil activation and adhesion, chemoattraction of monocytes macrophages, opsonization of apoptotic neutrophils, and activation of mast cells. .
Scientific background (datasheet): Galectin-3 (GAL3), also known as LGALS3, MAC2 or GALBP, is a member of the lectin family, of which 14 mammalian galectins have been identified. Galectin-3 is encoded by a single gene, it located on chromosome 14, locus q21–q22. It is expressed in the nucleus, cytoplasm,mitochondrion, cell surface, and extracellular space. Studies have also shown that the expression of galectin-3 is implicated in a variety of processes associated with heart failure, including myofibroblast proliferation, fibrogenesis, tissue repair, inflammation, and Ventricular remodeling. Galectin-3 is expressed in various tissues and organs, but is significantly absent in normal hepatocytes.
Cellular localization (datasheet): Cytoplasm. Nucleus. Secreted. Secreted by a non-classical secretory pathway and associates with the cell surface.
Tissue details (datasheet): A major expression is found in the colonic epithelium. It is also abundant in the activated macrophages. Expressed in fetal membranes. .
Sequence similarities (datasheet): Contains 1 galectin domain.
Research relevance and current trends
- Commonly studied in contexts related to Cancer,Cell Cycle,Cell Division,Oncoproteins,Tumor Biomarkers.
- 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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