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| Alternative names | Peroxisomal multifunctional enzyme type 2;MFE-2;17-beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase 4;17-beta-HSD 4;D-bifunctional protein;DBP;Multifunctional protein 2;MPF-2;Short chain dehydrogenase/reductase family 8C member 1; (3R)-hydroxyacyl-CoA dehydrogenase;1.1.1.n12;Enoyl-CoA hydratase 2;4.2.1.107;4.2.1.119;3-alpha,7-alpha,12-alpha-trihydroxy-5-beta-cholest-24-enoyl-CoA hydratase;HSD17B4;EDH17B4, SDR8C1; |
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| Immunogen | E.coli-derived human HSD17B4 recombinant protein (Position: D510-L736). Human HSD17B4 shares 87.7% and 89% amino acid (aa) sequence identity with mouse and rat HSD17B4, respectively. |
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Overview
This antibody is intended for detection of HSD17B4 (Peroxisomal multifunctional enzyme type 2) in biological samples using common immunoassay formats. It is typically selected based on target identity, species reactivity, clonality/clone information, and detection modality.
Vendor notes: Boster Bio Anti-Hydroxysteroid (17-beta) Dehydrogenase 4/HSD17B4 Antibody Picoband® catalog # A02923. 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
- Antibody format: Rabbit Polyclonal Rabbit IgG
- Immunogen / epitope context: E.coli-derived human HSD17B4 recombinant protein (Position: D510-L736). Human HSD17B4 shares 87.7% and 89% amino acid (aa) sequence identity with mouse and rat HSD17B4, respectively. (reported region: D510-L736).
- Molecular weight context: reported MW: 80 kDa; calculated MW: 79686 MW
- Reactivity: Human,Mouse,Rat
- Applications: IHC, WB
As a polyclonal antibody, the reagent recognizes multiple epitopes on the target, which can improve detection robustness but may increase sensitivity to sample-dependent epitope changes.
Biological background
Peroxisomal multifunctional enzyme type 2; Peroxisomal multifunctional enzyme type 2. Peroxisomal multifunctional enzyme type 2 is a protein that in humans is encoded by the HSD17B4 gene. The protein encoded by this gene is a bifunctional enzyme that is involved in the peroxisomal beta-oxidation pathway for fatty acids. It also acts as a catalyst for the formation of 3-ketoacyl-CoA intermediates from both straight-chain and 2-methyl-branched-chain fatty acids. Defects in this gene that affect the peroxisomal fatty acid beta-oxidation activity are a cause of D-bifunctional protein deficiency (DBPD). An apparent pseudogene of this gene is present on chromosome 8. Multiple alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding distinct isoforms have been found for this gene. Functional note: Bifunctional enzyme acting on the peroxisomal beta- oxidation pathway for fatty acids. Catalyzes the formation of 3- ketoacyl-CoA intermediates from both straight-chain and 2-methyl- branched-chain fatty acids. . Reported localization: Peroxisome. Expression/tissue context: Present in many tissues with highest concentrations in liver, heart, prostate and testis.
Research relevance and current trends
- Cancer: Researchers commonly examine how HSD17B4 (Peroxisomal multifunctional enzyme type 2) relates to this theme using model systems and orthogonal readouts.
- Cardiovascular: Researchers commonly examine how HSD17B4 (Peroxisomal multifunctional enzyme type 2) relates to this theme using model systems and orthogonal readouts.
- Fatty Acid Oxidation: Researchers commonly examine how HSD17B4 (Peroxisomal multifunctional enzyme type 2) relates to this theme using model systems and orthogonal readouts.
Common research applications
- Western blotting: compare relative HSD17B4 (Peroxisomal multifunctional enzyme type 2) levels across conditions; band patterns may reflect isoforms and processing.
- IHC/IHC-F: assess spatial distribution of HSD17B4 (Peroxisomal multifunctional enzyme type 2) across tissue regions and cell types using matched controls.
Notes for experimental interpretation
- Specificity notes: No cross reactivity with other proteins.
- Cross-reactivity: No cross-reactivity with other proteins
- Isoforms and PTMs: Apparent size and signal patterns can differ across splice isoforms, proteolytic processing, and post-translational modifications.
- Controls: Include an isotype control (as relevant), no-primary control for imaging, and orthogonal validation such as KD/KO samples when available.
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