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| Alternative Names | Toll-like receptor 8;CD288;TLR8;UNQ249/PRO286; |
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| Immunogen | A synthetic peptide corresponding to a sequence at the C-terminus of human TLR8, identical to the related mouse sequence. |
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Overview
This antibody is intended for detection of TLR8 (Toll-like receptor 8) 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-Toll-like receptor 8 TLR8 Antibody catalog # RP1073. Tested in WB applications. This antibody reacts with Human, 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
- Antibody format: Rabbit Polyclonal Rabbit IgG
- Immunogen / epitope context: A synthetic peptide corresponding to a sequence at the C-terminus of human TLR8, identical to the related mouse sequence.
- Molecular weight context: reported MW: 120 kDa; calculated MW: 119828 MW
- Reactivity: Human,Rat
- Applications: 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
Toll-like receptor 8; Toll-like receptor 8. TLR8 (Toll-like receptor 8) is a protein that in humans is encoded by the TLR8 gene. TLR8 has also been designated as CD288 (cluster of differentiation 288).The TLR8 gene is mapped to Xp22.3-p22.2 by Chuang and Ulevitch (2000) and Du et al. (2000). The protein encoded by this gene is a member of the Toll-like receptor (TLR) family which plays a fundamental role in pathogen recognition and activation of innate immunity. TLRs are highly conserved from Drosophila to humans and share structural and functional similarities. They recognize pathogen-associated molecular patterns (PAMPs) that are expressed on infectious agents, and mediate the production of cytokines necessary for the development of effective immunity. The various TLRs exhibit different patterns of expression. This gene is predominantly expressed in lung and peripheral blood leukocytes, and lies in close proximity to another family member, TLR7, on chromosome X. TLR8 recognises G-rich oligonucleotides. Functional note: Key component of innate and adaptive immunity. TLRs (Toll-like receptors) control host immune response against pathogens through recognition of molecular patterns specific to microorganisms. Acts via MYD88 and TRAF6, leading to NF-kappa-B activation, cytokine secretion and the inflammatory response. . Reported localization: Membrane ; Single-pass type I membrane protein . Expression/tissue context: Detected in brain, heart, lung, liver, placenta, in monocytes, and at lower levels in CD11c+ immature dendritic cells.
Research relevance and current trends
- Defensin: Researchers commonly examine how TLR8 (Toll-like receptor 8) relates to this theme using model systems and orthogonal readouts.
- Human Protein: Researchers commonly examine how TLR8 (Toll-like receptor 8) relates to this theme using model systems and orthogonal readouts.
- Immunoglobulins: Researchers commonly examine how TLR8 (Toll-like receptor 8) relates to this theme using model systems and orthogonal readouts.
Common research applications
- Western blotting: compare relative TLR8 (Toll-like receptor 8) levels across conditions; band patterns may reflect isoforms and processing.
Notes for experimental interpretation
- Specificity notes: No cross reactivity with other proteins.
- Cross-reactivity: No cross-reactivity with other proteins
- Family / similarity context: Belongs to the Toll-like receptor family.
- 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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