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| Alternative Names | LIM domain kinase 2;LIMK-2;2.7.11.1;LIMK2; |
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| Immunogen | A synthetic peptide corresponding to a sequence at the C-terminus of human LIM kinase 2, different from the related mouse sequence by four amino acids, and from the related rat sequence by three amino acids. |
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Overview
This antibody is intended for detection of LIMK2 (LIM domain kinase 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-LIM kinase 2/LIMK2 Antibody Picoband® catalog # PB9717. Tested in WB applications. This antibody reacts with Human, Mouse. 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: A synthetic peptide corresponding to a sequence at the C-terminus of human LIM kinase 2, different from the related mouse sequence by four amino acids, and from the related rat sequence by three amino acids.
- Molecular weight context: reported MW: 72 kDa; calculated MW: 72232 MW
- Reactivity: Human,Mouse
- Applications: 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
LIM domain kinase 2; LIM domain kinase 2. LIM domain kinase 2?is an?enzyme?that in humans is encoded by the?LIMK2?gene. There are approximately 40 known eukaryotic LIM proteins, so named for the?LIM domains?they contain. LIM domains are highly conserved cysteine-rich structures containing 2 zinc fingers. Although zinc fingers usually function by binding to DNA or RNA, the LIM motif probably mediates protein-protein interactions. LIM kinase-1 and LIM kinase-2 belong to a small subfamily with a unique combination of 2 N-terminal LIM motifs and a C-terminal protein kinase domain. The protein encoded by this gene is phosphorylated and activated by ROCK, a downstream effector of Rho, and the encoded protein, in turn, phosphorylates cofilin, inhibiting its actin-depolymerizing activity. It is thought that this pathway contributes to Rho-induced reorganization of the actin cytoskeleton. At least three transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been found for this gene. Functional note: Displays serine/threonine-specific phosphorylation of myelin basic protein and histone (MBP) in vitro. . Reported localization: Isoform LIMK2a: Cytoplasm. Nucleus. Isoform LIMK2a is distributed in the cytoplasm and the nucleus. Expression/tissue context: Highest expression in the placenta; moderate level in liver, lung, kidney, and pancreas. LIMK2a is found to be more abundant then LIMK2b in liver, colon, stomach, and spleen, while in brain, kidney, and placenta LIMK2b is the dominant form. In adult lung, both LIMK2a and LIMK2b is nearly equally observed. .
Research relevance and current trends
- Actin: Researchers commonly examine how LIMK2 (LIM domain kinase 2) relates to this theme using model systems and orthogonal readouts.
- Actin: Researchers commonly examine how LIMK2 (LIM domain kinase 2) relates to this theme using model systems and orthogonal readouts.
- etc.: Researchers commonly examine how LIMK2 (LIM domain kinase 2) relates to this theme using model systems and orthogonal readouts.
Common research applications
- Western blotting: compare relative LIMK2 (LIM domain kinase 2) levels across conditions; band patterns may reflect isoforms and processing.
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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