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| Alternative Names | Tenascin-X;TN-X;Hexabrachion-like protein;TNXB;HXBL, TNX, TNXB1, TNXB2, XB; |
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| Immunogen | A synthetic peptide corresponding to a sequence at the C-terminus of human TNXB. |
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Overview
This antibody is intended for detection of TNXB (Tenascin-X) in biological samples using common immunoassay formats. It is typically selected based on target identity, species reactivity, clonality/clone information, and detection modality.
Vendor notes: Boster Bio Anti-TNXB Antibody Picoband® catalog # PB9833. Tested in Flow Cytometry, 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
- Antibody format: Rabbit Polyclonal Rabbit IgG
- Immunogen / epitope context: A synthetic peptide corresponding to a sequence at the C-terminus of human TNXB.
- Molecular weight context: reported MW: 458 kDa; calculated MW: 458220 MW
- Reactivity: Human
- Applications: Flow Cytometry, IF, IHC, ICC, WB
As a polyclonal antibody, the reagent recognizes multiple epitopes on the target, which can improve detection robustness but may increase sensitivity to sample-dependent epitope changes.
Biological background
Tenascin-X; Tenascin-X. tenascin X (TN-X), also known as hexabrachion-like protein, is a glycoprotein that is expressed in connective tissues including skin, joints and muscles. In humans, tenascin X is encoded by the TNXB gene. This gene encodes a member of the tenascin family of extracellular matrix glycoproteins. The tenascins have anti-adhesive effects, as opposed to fibronectin which is adhesive. This protein is thought to function in matrix maturation during wound healing, and its deficiency has been associated with the connective tissue disorder Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. This gene localizes to the major histocompatibility complex (MHC) class III region on chromosome 6. It is one of four genes in this cluster which have been duplicated. The duplicated copy of this gene is incomplete and is a pseudogene which is transcribed but does not encode a protein. The structure of this gene is unusual in that it overlaps the CREBL1 and CYP21A2 genes at its 5' and 3' ends, respectively. Multiple transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been found for this gene. Functional note: Appears to mediate interactions between cells and the extracellular matrix. Substrate-adhesion molecule that appears to inhibit cell migration. Accelerates collagen fibril formation. May play a role in supporting the growth of epithelial tumors. . Reported localization: Secreted, extracellular space, extracellular matrix. Expression/tissue context: Highly expressed in fetal adrenal, in fetal testis, fetal smooth, striated and cardiac muscle. Isoform XB- short is only expressed in the adrenal gland.
Research relevance and current trends
- Cytoskeleton/ECM: Researchers commonly examine how TNXB (Tenascin-X) relates to this theme using model systems and orthogonal readouts.
- ECM Proteins: Researchers commonly examine how TNXB (Tenascin-X) relates to this theme using model systems and orthogonal readouts.
- Extracellular Matrix: Researchers commonly examine how TNXB (Tenascin-X) relates to this theme using model systems and orthogonal readouts.
Common research applications
- Western blotting: compare relative TNXB (Tenascin-X) levels across conditions; band patterns may reflect isoforms and processing.
- IHC/IHC-F: assess spatial distribution of TNXB (Tenascin-X) across tissue regions and cell types using matched controls.
- IF/ICC: evaluate subcellular localization and co-localization patterns; signal can depend on fixation/permeabilization and epitope accessibility.
- Flow cytometry: quantify target-positive populations and shifts in expression; gating strategy and background staining controls are essential.
Notes for experimental interpretation
- Specificity notes: No cross reactivity with other proteins.
- Cross-reactivity: No cross-reactivity with other proteins
- Isoforms and PTMs: Apparent size and signal patterns can differ across splice isoforms, proteolytic processing, and post-translational modifications.
- Controls: Include an isotype control (as relevant), no-primary control for imaging, and orthogonal validation such as KD/KO samples when available.
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