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| Alternative Names | NT-3 growth factor receptor;2.7.10.1;GP145-TrkC;Trk-C;Neurotrophic tyrosine kinase receptor type 3;TrkC tyrosine kinase;NTRK3;TRKC; |
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| Immunogen | A synthetic peptide corresponding to a sequence at the N-terminus of human TrkC, different from the related rat and mouse sequences by three amino acids. |
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Overview
Anti-TrkC/NTRK3 Antibody Picoband® is an antibody targeting NTRK3. Common applications include WB, IHC, Flow Cytometry, ELISA. Key specifications include host: Rabbit; clonality: Polyclonal; isotype: Rabbit IgG; reactivity: Rat,Mouse,Human; observed MW: 85-91 kDa; calculated MW: 94428 MW.
Boster Bio Anti-TrkC/NTRK3 Antibody catalog # PA1992. Tested in 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: NTRK3 — NT-3 growth factor receptor
- Antibody format: Host: Rabbit; Clonality: Polyclonal; Isotype: Rabbit IgG
- Species reactivity: Rat,Mouse,Human
- Molecular weight guidance: Observed: 85-91 kDa; Calculated: 94428 MW
Specificity note: No cross reactivity with other proteins.
Biological background
Protein function (datasheet): Receptor for neurotrophin-3 (NT-3). This is a tyrosine- protein kinase receptor. Known substrates for the trk receptors are SHC1, PI-3 kinase, and PLCG1. The different isoforms do not have identical signaling properties.
Scientific background (datasheet): NTRK3 (Neurotrophic Tyrosine Kinase Receptor Type 3), also known as TRKC, is a protein that in humans is encoded by the NTRK3 gene. By PCR analysis of a somatic cell hybrid panel and by fluorescence in situ hybridization with the cDNA clone, McGregor et al. (1994) mapped the NTRK3 gene to 15q24-q25. Lamballe et al. (1991) isolated and characterized TRKC, a member of the TRK family of tyrosine protein kinase genes. They found that TRKC is preferentially expressed in the brain; in situ hybridization studies showed transcripts in the hippocampus, cerebral cortex, and the granular cell layer of the cerebellum. By functional studies in HeLa cells, Muinos-Gimeno et al. (2009) demonstrated that 5 miRNAs regulate the truncated form of NTRK3.
Cellular localization (datasheet): Membrane; Single-pass type I membrane protein.
Tissue details (datasheet): Widely expressed but mainly in nervous tissue. Isoform 2 is expressed at higher levels in adult brain than in fetal brain.
Sequence similarities (datasheet): Belongs to the protein kinase superfamily. Tyr protein kinase family. Insulin receptor subfamily.
Research relevance and current trends
- Commonly studied in contexts related to Cancer,Growth and Development,Metabolism,Metabolism Processes,Neurology Process,Neuroscience,Oncoproteins,Oncoproteins/Suppressors,Pathways and Processes.
- 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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