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| Alternative Names | Pro-neuregulin-2, membrane-bound isoform;Pro-NRG2;Neuregulin-2;NRG-2;Divergent of neuregulin-1;DON-1;Neural- and thymus-derived activator for ERBB kinases;NTAK;NRG2;NTAK; |
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| Immunogen | A synthetic peptide corresponding to a sequence in the middle region of human NRG2, identical to the related rat sequence, and different from the related mouse sequence by one amino acid. |
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Overview
Anti-NRG2 Antibody Picoband® is an antibody targeting NRG2. Common applications include WB, IHC, Flow Cytometry, ELISA. Key specifications include host: Rabbit; clonality: Polyclonal; isotype: Rabbit IgG; reactivity: Human,Mouse,Rat; observed MW: 91 kDa; calculated MW: 91679 MW.
Boster Bio Anti-NRG2 Antibody catalog # PA1637. Tested in 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: NRG2 — Pro-neuregulin-2, membrane-bound isoform
- Antibody format: Host: Rabbit; Clonality: Polyclonal; Isotype: Rabbit IgG
- Species reactivity: Human,Mouse,Rat
- Molecular weight guidance: Observed: 91 kDa; Calculated: 91679 MW
Specificity note: No cross reactivity with other proteins.
Biological background
Protein function (datasheet): ligand for ERBB3 and ERBB4 tyrosine kinase receptors. Concomitantly recruits ERBB1 and ERBB2 coreceptors, resulting in ligand-stimulated tyrosine phosphorylation and activation of the ERBB receptors. May also promote the heterodimerization with the EGF receptor.
Scientific background (datasheet): Neuregulin 2, also known as NRG2, DON1 or NTAK, is a protein that in humans is encoded by the NRG2 gene. Neuregulin 2 (NRG2) is a novel member of the neuregulin family of growth and differentiation factors. The NRG2 gene is mapped to 5q31.2. Through interaction with the ErbB family of receptors, NRG2 induces the growth and differentiation of epithelial, neuronal, glial, and other types of cells. The human NRG2 gene contains 12 exons and the mouse Nrg2 gene contains 12 exons and spans about 180 kb. The NRG2 genomic structure is similar to that of neuregulin 1 (NRG1), another member of the neuregulin family of ligands. NRG1 and NRG2 mediate distinct biological processes by acting at different sites in tissues and eliciting different biological responses in cells. In particular, the neuregulin-ERBB signaling pathways play crucial roles in regulating the proliferation and differentiation of Schwann cells, the myelin-forming cells in the peripheral nervous system.
Cellular localization (datasheet): Pro-neuregulin-2, membrane-bound isoform: Cell membrane ; Single-pass type I membrane protein . Does not seem to be active. .
Tissue details (datasheet): Restricted to the cerebellum in the adult.
Sequence similarities (datasheet): Belongs to the neuregulin family.
Research relevance and current trends
- Commonly studied in contexts related to Intracellular Signaling,Kinases,Neuroscience,Neurotransmission,Protein Phosphorylation,Signal Transduction,Tyrosine Kinases.
- 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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