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| Alternative Names | Ras-related protein Rab-9A;RAB9A;RAB9; |
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| Immunogen | A synthetic peptide corresponding to a sequence at the C-terminus of human Rab9, identical to the related rat sequence, and different from the related mouse sequence by one amino acid. |
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Overview
Anti-Rab9/RAB9A Antibody Picoband® is an antibody targeting RAB9A. Common applications include WB, IHC, Flow Cytometry, ELISA. Key specifications include host: Rabbit; clonality: Polyclonal; isotype: Rabbit IgG; reactivity: Human,Mouse,Rat; observed MW: 23 kDa; calculated MW: 22838 MW.
Boster Bio Anti-Rab9/RAB9A Antibody catalog # PA2281. 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: RAB9A — Ras-related protein Rab-9A
- Antibody format: Host: Rabbit; Clonality: Polyclonal; Isotype: Rabbit IgG
- Species reactivity: Human,Mouse,Rat
- Molecular weight guidance: Observed: 23 kDa; Calculated: 22838 MW
Specificity note: No cross reactivity with other proteins.
Biological background
Protein function (datasheet): Involved in the transport of proteins between the endosomes and the trans Golgi network.
Scientific background (datasheet): Ras-related protein Rab-9A, also called RAB9, is a protein that in humans is encoded by the RAB9A gene. This gene is mapped to Xp22.2. RAB9 has been localized to components of the endocytic/exocytic pathway and has been implicated in recycling of membrane receptors. It has been found that downregulation of RAB9A gene expression in HeLa cells induced severe cell vacuolation. RAB9A GTPase is ly bound by TIP47 in its active, GTP-bound conformation. Moreover, RAB9A increases the affinity of TIP47 for its cargo. What's more, this gene may involved in the transport of proteins between the endosomes and the trans Golgi network. RAB9A has been shown to interact with RABEPK and TIP47.
Cellular localization (datasheet): Cell membrane ; Lipid-anchor ; Cytoplasmic side . Endoplasmic reticulum membrane . Golgi apparatus membrane . Late endosome. Cytoplasmic vesicle, phagosome membrane ; Lipid-anchor ; Cytoplasmic side . Cytoplasmic vesicle, phagosome. Colocalizes with OSBPL1A at the late endosome. Recruited to phagosomes containing S.aureus or M.tuberculosis.
Research relevance and current trends
- Commonly studied in contexts related to G Protein Signaling,Organelles,Protein Trafficking,Ras Family,Signal Transduction,Signaling Pathway,Small G Proteins,Subcellular Markers,Tags & Cell Markers,Vesicle Transport.
- 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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