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| Immunogen | E.coli-derived human KIAA0090/EMC1 recombinant protein (Position: Y23-R993) was used as the immunogen for the EMC1 antibody. |
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Overview
EMC1 Antibody / ER membrane protein complex subunit 1 is a anti-EMC1 Rabbit antibody Polyclonal (rabbit origin) supplied in Lyophilized format. Recommended for workflows such as Western blot (WB), Immunohistochemistry (IHC), Immunofluorescence (IF), ELISA with listed reactivity in Human, Mouse, Rat. Reported localization: Cytoplasm (ER).
Key elements and design rationale
- Target: EMC1
- Antibody details: Rabbit, Polyclonal (rabbit origin), isotype Rabbit IgG
- Format: Lyophilized
- Applications (as listed): WB, IHC, IF, ELISA
Biological background
EMC1 is encoded by the EMC1 gene located on human chromosome 1p36.13. The protein is approximately 993 amino acids long and localizes to the endoplasmic reticulum membrane, where it forms part of a 10-subunit complex including EMC2 through EMC10. EMC1 contains multiple transmembrane segments and luminal domains that interact with nascent polypeptides emerging from the ribosome-translocon system.
The EMC1 antibody detects a 115 kilodalton band by western blot and shows reticular ER staining under immunofluorescence microscopy. EMC1 facilitates the co-translational insertion and folding of membrane proteins, including G-protein coupled receptors, ion channels, and transporters. It also interacts with the ER-associated degradation (ERAD) machinery to remove misfolded proteins and prevent aggregation.
Mutations in EMC1 lead to congenital disorders involving neurodevelopmental delay, cerebellar atrophy, and visual impairment, highlighting its importance in neuronal function. In model systems, EMC1 loss disrupts ER morphology and mitochondrial contacts, leading to stress responses and apoptosis. EMC1 also contributes to cholesterol biosynthesis by ensuring proper insertion of enzymes involved in lipid metabolism.
Through its essential role in membrane protein biogenesis and ER stability, EMC1 is a cornerstone of cellular proteostasis.
Research relevance and current trends
- Connecting protein-level changes to phenotype using orthogonal readouts (genetic perturbation, transcriptomics, imaging).
- Considering isoforms and post-translational regulation when interpreting protein-level changes.
- Comparing results across species and model systems with matched controls.
Common research applications
- Western blotting: compare relative abundance and activation-state changes across conditions.
- Immunofluorescence: visualize subcellular distribution and cell-to-cell heterogeneity.
- Immunohistochemistry: map target signal in tissue context and compare regions/phenotypes.
- ELISA: support antibody-based quantification in assay formats where applicable.
Interpret changes in signal alongside appropriate controls and, when relevant, in parallel with total-protein or pathway readouts.
Notes for experimental interpretation
- Signal can reflect expression level, isoform composition, and post-translational state; interpret results in the context of your model system and stimuli.
- Species differences and sample matrices can influence epitope recognition; prioritize matched controls and orthogonal confirmation when feasible.
Antibody notes: Polyclonal antibodies recognize multiple epitopes, which can broaden the epitope footprint and may increase sensitivity in some contexts.
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