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| Alternative Names | Perilipin-1; Lipid droplet-associated protein; PLIN1; PERI, PLIN; |
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| Immunogen | A synthetic peptide corresponding to a sequence at the N-terminus of human Perilipin A, which shares 80% amino acid (aa) sequence identity with both mouse and rat Perilipin A. |
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Overview
This antibody is intended for detection of PLIN1 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-Perilipin A/PLIN1 Antibody Picoband® catalog # A03918-1. 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
- Antibody format: Rabbit Polyclonal Rabbit IgG
- Immunogen / epitope context: A synthetic peptide corresponding to a sequence at the N-terminus of human Perilipin A, which shares 80% amino acid (aa) sequence identity with both mouse and rat Perilipin A.
- Molecular weight context: reported MW: 62 kDa; calculated MW: nan
- Reactivity: Human,Mouse,Rat
- 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
perilipin 1. Perilipin, also known as lipid droplet-associated protein or PLIN, is a protein that, in humans, is encoded by the PLIN gene. The protein encoded by this gene coats lipid storage droplets in adipocytes, thereby protecting them until they can be broken down by hormone-sensitive lipase. The encoded protein is the major cAMP-dependent protein kinase substrate in adipocytes and, when unphosphorylated, may play a role in the inhibition of lipolysis. Functional note: Modulator of adipocyte lipid metabolism. Coats lipid storage droplets to protect them from breakdown by hormone- sensitive lipase (HSL). Its absence may result in leanness. Plays a role in unilocular lipid droplet formation by activating CIDEC. Their interaction promotes lipid droplet enlargement and ional net neutral lipid transfer. May modulate lipolysis and triglyceride levels. Reported localization: Endoplasmic reticulum Expression/tissue context: Adipocytes.
Research relevance and current trends
- Atherosclerosis: Researchers commonly examine how PLIN1 relates to this theme using model systems and orthogonal readouts.
- Cancer: Researchers commonly examine how PLIN1 relates to this theme using model systems and orthogonal readouts.
- Cancer Metabolism: Researchers commonly examine how PLIN1 relates to this theme using model systems and orthogonal readouts.
Common research applications
- Western blotting: compare relative PLIN1 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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