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| Alternative Names | Phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase regulatory subunit beta;PI3-kinase regulatory subunit beta;PI3K regulatory subunit beta;PtdIns-3-kinase regulatory subunit beta;Phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase 85 kDa regulatory subunit beta;PI3-kinase subunit p85-beta;PtdIns-3-kinase regulatory subunit p85-beta;PIK3R2; |
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| Immunogen | A synthetic peptide corresponding to a sequence in the middle region of human PIK3R2, identical to the related rat and mouse sequences. |
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Overview
Anti-PI 3 Kinase p85 beta/PIK3R2 Antibody Picoband® is an antibody targeting PIK3R2. Common applications include WB, IHC, Flow Cytometry, ELISA. Key specifications include host: Rabbit; clonality: Polyclonal; isotype: Rabbit IgG; reactivity: Human,Mouse,Rat; observed MW: 85 kDa; calculated MW: 81545 MW.
Boster Bio Anti-PI 3 Kinase p85 beta/PIK3R2 Antibody catalog # PA1680. Tested in IHC, 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: PIK3R2 — Phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase regulatory subunit beta
- Antibody format: Host: Rabbit; Clonality: Polyclonal; Isotype: Rabbit IgG
- Species reactivity: Human,Mouse,Rat
- Molecular weight guidance: Observed: 85 kDa; Calculated: 81545 MW
Specificity note: No cross reactivity with other proteins.
Biological background
Protein function (datasheet): Regulatory subunit of phosphoinositide-3-kinase (PI3K), a kinase that phosphorylates PtdIns (4,5)P2 (Phosphatidylinositol 4,5-bisphosphate) to generate phosphatidylinositol 3,4,5- trisphosphate (PIP3). PIP3 plays a key role by recruiting PH domain-containing proteins to the membrane, including AKT1 and PDPK1, activating signaling cascades involved in cell growth, survival, proliferation, motility and morphology. Binds to activated (phosphorylated) protein-tyrosine kinases, through its SH2 domain, and acts as an adapter, mediating the association of the p110 catalytic unit to the plasma membrane. Inly regulates autophagy (PubMed:23604317). Promotes nuclear translocation of XBP1 isoform 2 in a ER stress- and/or insulin- dependent manner during metabolic overloading in the liver and hence plays a role in glucose tolerance improvement (By similarity). .
Scientific background (datasheet): PIK3R2 (Phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase, regulatory subunit 2), also called p85-Beta, is an enzyme that in humans is encoded by the PIK3R2 gene. The PIK3R2 gene is mapped on 19p13.11. Phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase (PI3K) is a lipid kinase that phosphorylates phosphatidylinositol and similar compounds, creating second messengers important in growth signaling pathways. PI3K functions as a heterodimer of a regulatory and a catalytic subunit. The protein encoded by this gene is a regulatory component of PI3K. Two transcript variants, one protein coding and the other non-protein coding, have been found for this gene.
Sequence similarities (datasheet): Belongs to the PI3K p85 subunit family.
Research relevance and current trends
- Commonly studied in contexts related to Immunology,Innate Immunity,Lipid Signaling,Signal Transduction,Signaling Pathway,TLR Signaling.
- 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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