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| Alternative Names | Sonic hedgehog protein;SHH;HHG-1;Sonic hedgehog protein N-product;Sonic hedgehog protein C-product;SHH; |
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| Immunogen | A synthetic peptide corresponding to a sequence at the N-terminus of human Sonic Hedgehog, identical to the related rat and mouse sequences. |
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Overview
Anti-Sonic Hedgehog/SHH Antibody Picoband® is an antibody targeting SHH. Common applications include WB, IHC, Flow Cytometry, ELISA. Key specifications include host: Rabbit; clonality: Polyclonal; isotype: Rabbit IgG; reactivity: Human,Mouse,Rat; observed MW: 62-65 kDa; calculated MW: 49607 MW.
Boster Bio Anti-Sonic Hedgehog/SHH Antibody catalog # PA1072-1. 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: SHH — Sonic hedgehog protein
- Antibody format: Host: Rabbit; Clonality: Polyclonal; Isotype: Rabbit IgG
- Species reactivity: Human,Mouse,Rat
- Molecular weight guidance: Observed: 62-65 kDa; Calculated: 49607 MW
Specificity note: No cross reactivity with other proteins.
Biological background
Protein function (datasheet): Intercellular signal essential for a variety of patterning events during development: signal produced by the notochord that induces ventral cell fate in the neural tube and somites, and the polarizing signal for patterning of the anterior- posterior axis of the developing limb bud. Displays both floor plate- and motor neuron-inducing activity. The threshold concentration of N-product required for motor neuron induction is 5-fold lower than that required for floor plate induction. Activates the transcription of target genes by interacting with its receptor PTCH1 to prevent normal inhibition by PTCH1 on the constitutive signaling activity of SMO (By similarity). .
Scientific background (datasheet): The mouse, chicken, and zebrafish Shh homologs are highly conserved. SHH expression was not detected in adult tissues examined. However, it was expressed in fetal intestine, liver, lung, and kidney. SHH gene is mapped to 7q. SHH mutations are not a frequent cause of isolated oral clefts.
Cellular localization (datasheet): Sonic hedgehog protein C-product: Secreted, extracellular space . The C-terminal peptide diffuses from the cell. .
Tissue details (datasheet): Expressed in fetal intestine, liver, lung, and kidney. Not expressed in adult tissues.
Sequence similarities (datasheet): Belongs to the hedgehog family.
Research relevance and current trends
- Commonly studied in contexts related to Developmental Families,Domain Families,Embryogenesis,Embryonic Stem Cells,Epigenetics and Nuclear Signaling,Hypoxia,Intracellular,Metabolism,Metabolism Processes,Neural Stem Cells,Oncoproteins/Suppressors,Organogenesis,Pathways and Processes,Response To Hypoxia,Secreted,Signaling Pathways,Stem Cells,Surface Molecules,Transcription,Tumor Suppressors.
- 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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