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| Alternative Names | Hepatitis A virus cellular receptor 1;HAVcr-1;Kidney injury molecule 1;KIM-1;T-cell immunoglobulin and mucin domain-containing protein 1;TIMD-1;T-cell immunoglobulin mucin receptor 1;TIM;TIM-1;T-cell membrane protein 1;HAVCR1;KIM1, TIM1, TIMD1; |
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| Immunogen | A synthetic peptide corresponding to a sequence at the C-terminus of human TIM 1. |
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Overview
Anti-TIM 1/HAVCR1 Antibody Picoband® is an antibody targeting HAVCR1. Common applications include WB, IHC, ICC, IF, Flow Cytometry, ELISA. Key specifications include host: Rabbit; clonality: Polyclonal; isotype: Rabbit IgG; reactivity: Human; observed MW: 90-100 kDa; calculated MW: 38720 MW.
Boster Bio Anti-TIM 1/HAVCR1 Antibody catalog # PA1624. Tested in IF, IHC, ICC, WB applications. This antibody reacts with Human. 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: HAVCR1 — Hepatitis A virus cellular receptor 1
- Antibody format: Host: Rabbit; Clonality: Polyclonal; Isotype: Rabbit IgG
- Species reactivity: Human
- Molecular weight guidance: Observed: 90-100 kDa; Calculated: 38720 MW
Specificity note: No cross reactivity with other proteins.
Biological background
Protein function (datasheet): May play a role in T-helper cell development and the regulation of asthma and allergic diseases. Receptor for TIMD4 (By similarity). In case of human hepatitis A virus (HHAV) infection, functions as a cell-surface receptor for the virus. May play a role in kidney injury and repair. .
Scientific background (datasheet): KIM1 (KIDNEY INJURY MOLECULE 1), also known as HAVCR1, HAVCR or TIM1, is a protein that in humans is encoded by the KIM1 gene. The KIM1 gene is mapped to 5q33.3. Biochemical, mutational, and cell adhesion analyses confirm that Tim1 is capable of homophilic Tim-Tim interactions. The features identified in murine KIM1 is conserved in human KIM1. The KIM1 protein is indeed a receptor for the virus through the infection of canine osteogenic sarcoma cells expressing HAVCR1 with HAV. Using a monoclonal antibody to mouse Tim1, Tim1 is expressed after activation of naive T cells and on T cells differentiated in Th2-polarizing conditions. Ectopic expression of KIM1 during mouse T-cell differentiation leads to production of the Th2-type cytokine Il4, but not the Th1-type cytokine Ifng. KIM1-expressing epithelial cells internalized apoptotic bodies, and Kim1 is ly responsible for phagocytosis in cultured primary rat tubule epithelial cells and in porcine and canine epithelial cell lines.
Cellular localization (datasheet): Membrane ; Single-pass type I membrane protein .
Tissue details (datasheet): Widely expressed, with highest levels in kidney and testis. Expressed by activated CD4+ T-cells during the development of helper T-cells responses. .
Sequence similarities (datasheet): Belongs to the immunoglobulin superfamily. TIM family.
Research relevance and current trends
- Commonly studied in contexts related to Adaptive Immunity,Host-Virus Interaction,Immune System Diseases,Immunology,Interspecies Interaction,Microbiology,Non-CD,T Cells.
- 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.
- Immunofluorescence / ICC: Visualize subcellular localization and co-localization patterns; consider fixation/permeabilization compatibility and controls.
- 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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