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| Immunogen | A synthetic peptide corresponding to a sequence at the C-terminus of human HSPA6, which shares 81.2% amino acid (aa) sequence identity with mouse and rat HSPA6. |
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Overview
Anti-HSPA6 Antibody Picoband® is an antibody targeting HSPA6. Common applications include WB, IHC, Flow Cytometry, ELISA. Key specifications include host: Rabbit; clonality: Polyclonal; isotype: IgG; reactivity: Human; observed MW: 71 kDa; calculated MW: 71 kDa.
Boster Bio Anti-HSPA6 Antibody Picoband® catalog # A05402-4. Tested in WB, Flow Cytometry 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: HSPA6
- Antibody format: Host: Rabbit; Clonality: Polyclonal; Isotype: IgG
- Species reactivity: Human
- Molecular weight guidance: Observed: 71 kDa; Calculated: 71 kDa
Biological background
Scientific background (datasheet): Heat shock 70 kDa protein 6 is a protein that in humans is encoded by the HSPA6 gene. The HSPA6 gene, also known as heat shock 70 kDa protein 6, encodes a member of the heat shock protein 70 (HSP70) family, which functions as molecular chaperones involved in protein folding, unfolding, and transport under stress conditions. HSPA6 is induced in response to cellular stressors such as heat shock, oxidative stress, and exposure to toxic agents, where it assists in protein refolding and prevents protein aggregation, thus promoting cell survival. While HSPA6 shares significant sequence homology with other HSP70 family members, it exhibits distinct expression patterns and functional properties in different tissues and cellular contexts. Its role in various physiological processes and diseases, including neurodegenerative disorders, cancer, and cardiovascular diseases, is under investigation. Understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying HSPA6 function is crucial for elucidating its role in cellular stress responses and its potential as a therapeutic target for stress-related diseases.
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.
- 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.
- 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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