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| Alternative Names | Krueppel-like factor 8;Basic krueppel-like factor 3;Zinc finger protein 741;KLF8;BKLF3, ZNF741; |
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| Immunogen | A synthetic peptide corresponding to a sequence at the N-terminus of human KLF8. |
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Overview
Anti-Krueppel-like factor 8 KLF8 Antibody Picoband® is an antibody targeting KLF8. Common applications include WB, IHC, Flow Cytometry, ELISA. Key specifications include host: Rabbit; clonality: Polyclonal; isotype: Rabbit IgG; reactivity: Human; observed MW: 60 kDa; calculated MW: 39314 MW.
Boster Bio Anti-Krueppel-like factor 8 KLF8 Antibody catalog # PA1890. Tested in 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: KLF8 — Krueppel-like factor 8
- Antibody format: Host: Rabbit; Clonality: Polyclonal; Isotype: Rabbit IgG
- Species reactivity: Human
- Molecular weight guidance: Observed: 60 kDa; Calculated: 39314 MW
Specificity note: No cross reactivity with other proteins.
Biological background
Protein function (datasheet): Transcriptional repressor and activator. Binds to CACCC- boxes promoter elements. Also binds the GT-box of cyclin D1 promoter and mediates cell cycle progression at G (1) phase as a downstream target of focal adhesion kinase (FAK). .
Scientific background (datasheet): KLF8 (Krueppel-like factor 8) is a protein that in humans is encoded by the KLF8 gene. It is also named as ZNF741, or BKLF3. Kruppel-like factor proteins, including KLF8, all contain a characteristic C-terminal DNA-binding domain containing 3 Kruppel-like zinc fingers, and they all recognize CACCC and GC boxes present in promoters and enhancers. The International Radiation Hybrid Mapping Consortium mapped the KLF8 gene to the X chromosome (WI-18614). Suske et al. (2005) stated that the human KLF8 gene maps to chromosome Xp11.21, and the mouse Klf8 gene to chromosome XF3. van Vliet et al. (2000) identified a cDNA encoding KLF8, also called ZNF741. Expression of KLF8 or only its zinc fingers showed that the fingers could bind to a CACCC box. Sequence analysis predicted that the 359-amino acid protein contains a nuclear localization signal upstream of the zinc fingers, a valine-rich hydrophobic stretch, and a pro-val-asp-leu-ser (PVDLS) motif. Yeast 2-hybrid and GST pull-down analysis demonstrated that CTBP2 interacts with KLF8 through the PVDLS motif.
Cellular localization (datasheet): Nucleus .
Tissue details (datasheet): Ubiquitous. .
Sequence similarities (datasheet): Belongs to the Sp1 C2H2-type zinc-finger protein family.
Research relevance and current trends
- Commonly studied in contexts related to Domain Families,Epigenetics and Nuclear Signaling,Krueppel Like Factor,Transcription,Zinc Finger.
- 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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