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| Alternative Names | SH3 and multiple ankyrin repeat domains protein 3, SPANK-2, Proline-rich synapse-associated protein 2, ProSAP2 |
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Overview
Anti-Shank3 Antibody is an antibody targeting SH3 and multiple ankyrin repeat domains protein 3, SPANK-2, Proline-rich synapse-associated protein 2, ProSAP2 Polyclonal raised in Rabbit (Unconjugated). This antibody is commonly used in IF, IHC, WB to detect, localize, or compare expression of the target across samples.
Key elements and design rationale
- Target: SH3 and multiple ankyrin repeat domains protein 3, SPANK-2, Proline-rich synapse-associated protein 2, ProSAP2 (also reported as SH3 and multiple ankyrin repeat domains protein 3, SPANK-2, Proline-rich synapse-associated protein 2, ProSAP2).
- Immunogen/epitope region: Intracellular, between the PDZ and the SAM domains..
- Homology note: Mouse, human - identical (informative for cross-species interpretation).
- Species reactivity (as provided): Human, Rat, Mouse.
- Lot quality control (as provided): Western blot analysis.
- Peptide confirmation: Confirmed by amino acid analysis and mass spectrometry.
- Blocking peptide: Available for antigen preadsorption control where appropriate.
- Conjugate/format: Unconjugated (may affect detection channel and background).
These attributes help researchers interpret whether signal reflects the intended target in a given assay and sample context.
Biological background
Shank3/ProSAP2 is one of three members of the Shank/ProSAP family of proteins which contain five conserved protein domains - an ankyrin repeat (ANK), a Src homology 3 (SH3), a PSD-95/Discs large/ZO-1 (PDZ), a proline-rich region containing homer- and cortactin-binding sites (Pro), and a sterile alpha motif (SAM)1. Shank proteins localize in the postsynaptic density (PSD) of excitatory synapses where they function as master scaffolding proteins by interacting directly or indirectly with various proteins, including major types of glutamate receptors - NMDARs, AMPARs, and mGluRs - via different domains2. Shank3 plays important roles in the formation, maturation, and maintenance of synapses3.Shank3 is expressed abundantly in heart and moderately in brain (including the cortex, hippocampus and cerebellum) and spleen4.
Research relevance and current trends
- Mapping receptor/channel localization across neuronal subtypes and subcellular compartments.
- Linking trafficking or surface expression changes to activity-dependent signaling and plasticity.
- Using KO/KD or blocking-peptide concepts to strengthen antibody-based target assignment.
Common research applications
- Western blot (WB): compare target abundance/size across lysates and conditions; consider isoforms/PTMs.
- Immunohistochemistry (IHC): examine spatial distribution in tissue and relate signal to cell-type composition.
- Immunofluorescence/ICC: assess subcellular localization and co-localization with markers in cells or sections.
Interpretation typically benefits from comparing matched sample sets (e.g., treated vs control, WT vs KO/KD) and using orthogonal readouts where feasible.
Notes for experimental interpretation
- Isoforms and post-translational modifications can shift apparent molecular weight or epitope accessibility across samples.
- Cross-species signal may depend on epitope conservation; consult the provided homology note when selecting models.
- Permeabilization, fixation, and antigen retrieval can change accessibility of intracellular vs extracellular epitopes.
- Conceptual control: antigen preadsorption (blocking peptide) can help assess signal dependence on the immunogen region.
- Provided control suggestions: Negative control: BLP-PZ013.
- Application notes: see product-specific dilution/usage notes and control concepts provided in the dataset.
Application abbreviations: CBE- Cell-based ELISA, FC- Flow cytometry, ICC- Immunocytochemistry, IE- Indirect ELISA, IF- Immunofluorescence, IFC- Indirect flow cytometry, IHC- Immunohistochemistry, IP- Immunoprecipitation, LCI- Live cell imaging, N- Neutralization, WB- Western blot. Species abbreviations: H- Human, M- Mouse, R- Rat.
Recommended controls: Blocking peptide: BLP-PZ013; Negative control: BLP-PZ013.
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