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| Alternative Names | Amine oxidase [flavin-containing] B;1.4.3.4;Monoamine oxidase type B;MAO-B;Maob; |
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| Immunogen | A synthetic peptide corresponding to a sequence at the N-terminus of mouse MAOB, identical to the related rat sequence. |
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Overview
Anti-Monoamine Oxidase B/MAOB Antibody Picoband® is an antibody targeting MAOB. Common applications include WB, IHC, Flow Cytometry, ELISA. Key specifications include host: Rabbit; clonality: Polyclonal; isotype: Rabbit IgG; reactivity: Mouse,Rat; observed MW: 59 kDa; calculated MW: 58558 MW.
Boster Bio Anti-Monoamine Oxidase B/MAOB Antibody catalog # PA1649. Tested in IHC, WB applications. This antibody reacts with 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
- Target: MAOB — Amine oxidase [flavin-containing] B
- Antibody format: Host: Rabbit; Clonality: Polyclonal; Isotype: Rabbit IgG
- Species reactivity: Mouse,Rat
- Molecular weight guidance: Observed: 59 kDa; Calculated: 58558 MW
Specificity note: No cross reactivity with other proteins.
Biological background
Protein function (datasheet): Catalyzes the oxidative deamination of biogenic and xenobiotic amines and has important functions in the metabolism of neuroactive and vasoactive amines in the central nervous system and peripheral tissues. MAOB preferentially degrades benzylamine and phenylethylamine (By similarity). .
Scientific background (datasheet): MAOB (MONOAMINE OXIDASE B), also called MAO, BRAIN, AMINE OXIDASE (FLAVIN-CONTAINING) B, is a protein that in humans is encoded by the MAOB gene. MAOB is a member of the flavin monoamine oxidase family. And it is mapped on Xp11.3. MAOB catalyzes the oxidative deamination of biogenic and xenobiotic amines and plays an important role in the metabolism of neuroactive and vasoactive amines in the central nervous system and peripheral tissues. This protein preferentially degrades benzylamine and phenylethylamine. Like MAOA, it also degrades dopamine. MAO-B is involved in the breakdown of dopamine, a neurotransmitter implicated in reinforcing and motivating behaviors as well as movement. MAO-B inhibition is, therefore, associated with enhanced activity of dopamine, as well as with decreased production of hydrogen peroxide, a source of reactive oxygen species.
Cellular localization (datasheet): Mitochondrion outer membrane ; Single-pass type IV membrane protein ; Cytoplasmic side .
Tissue details (datasheet): Heart, liver, duodenum, blood vessels and kidney.
Sequence similarities (datasheet): Belongs to the flavin monoamine oxidase family.
Research relevance and current trends
- Commonly studied in contexts related to Drug Metabolism,Metabolic Signaling Pathways,Metabolism,Mitochondrial,Mitochondrial Markers,Mitochondrial Metabolism,Neurodegenerative Disease,Neurology Process,Neuroscience,Neurotransmitter,Pathways and Processes,Signal Transduction.
- 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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