Anti-NDUFA1 Antibody Picoband®

Overview

Anti-NDUFA1 Antibody Picoband® is an antibody targeting NDUFA1. Common applications include WB, IHC, ICC, IF, Flow Cytometry, ELISA, IHC-F. Key specifications include host: Rabbit; clonality: Polyclonal; isotype: Rabbit IgG; reactivity: Human,Mouse,Rat; observed MW: 8 kDa; calculated MW: 8072 MW.

Boster Bio Anti-NDUFA1 Antibody catalog # PA1661. Tested in Flow Cytometry, IF, IHC, IHC-F, ICC, 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

• Target: NDUFA1 — NADH dehydrogenase [ubiquinone] 1 alpha subcomplex subunit 1
• Antibody format: Host: Rabbit; Clonality: Polyclonal; Isotype: Rabbit IgG
• Species reactivity: Human,Mouse,Rat
• Molecular weight guidance: Observed: 8 kDa; Calculated: 8072 MW

Specificity note: No cross reactivity with other proteins.

Biological background

Protein function (datasheet): Accessory subunit of the mitochondrial membrane respiratory chain NADH dehydrogenase (Complex I), that is believed not to be involved in catalysis. Complex I functions in the transfer of electrons from NADH to the respiratory chain. The immediate electron acceptor for the enzyme is believed to be ubiquinone.

Scientific background (datasheet): NDUFA1 (NADH-UBIQUINONE OXIDOREDUCTASE 1 ALPHA SUBCOMPLEX, 1), also called MWFE, B. TAURUS, HOMOLOG OF, encodes a subunit of mitochondrial NADH: ubiquinone oxidoreductase, also known as mitochondrial complex I. The NDUFA1 gene is mapped to chromosome Xq24. The deduced polypeptide sequence of NDUFA1 was found to have an N-terminal hydrophobic domain, likely to be a transmembrane domain, and a C-terminal hydrophilic domain. And the NDUFA1 gene contains 3 exons and spans about 5.0 kb of genomic DNA. Complementation with hamster Ndufa1 cDNA restored the rotenone-sensitive complex I activity of these mutant cells to approximately 100% of the parent cell activity. The findings established that the MWFE polypeptide is absolutely essential for an active complex I in mammals. The NDUFA1 peptide is one of about 31 components of the hydrophobic protein (HP) fraction of complex I which is involved in proton translocation. Thus the NDUFA1 peptide may also participate in that function.

Cellular localization (datasheet): Mitochondrion inner membrane; Single-pass membrane protein; Matrix side.

Tissue details (datasheet): Primarily expressed in heart and skeletal muscle.

Sequence similarities (datasheet): Contains 1 death domain.

Research relevance and current trends

• Commonly studied in contexts related to Cancer,Cancer Metabolism,Energy Transfer Pathways,Integration Of Energy,Integration Of Energy Metabolism,Metabolic Signaling Pathway,Metabolic Signaling Pathways,Metabolism,Mitochondria,Mitochondrial,Mitochondrial Markers,Mitochondrial Metabolism,Organelles,Oxidative Phosphorylation,Pathways and Processes,Signal Transduction,Subcellular Markers,Tags & Cell Markers.
• 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.
• Immunofluorescence / ICC: Visualize subcellular localization and co-localization patterns; consider fixation/permeabilization compatibility and controls.
• 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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