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| Alternative names | GABRA4; Gamma-aminobutyric acid receptor subunit alpha-4; GABA(A) receptor subunit alpha-4 |
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| Immunogen | The antiserum was produced against synthesized peptide derived from human GABRA4. AA range:81-130 |
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Scientific Background
Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) is the major inhibitory neurotransmitter in the mammalian brain where it acts at GABA-A receptors, which are ligand-gated chloride channels. Chloride conductance of these channels can be modulated by agents such as benzodiazepines that bind to the GABA-A receptor. At least 16 distinct subunits of GABA-A receptors have been identified. This gene encodes subunit alpha-4, which is involved in the etiology of autism and eventually increases autism risk through interaction with another subunit, gamma-aminobutyric acid receptor beta-1 (GABRB1). Alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been found in this gene.[provided by RefSeq, Feb 2011],
Product Overview
This polyclonal antibody, raised in Rabbit, recognizes GABAA Rα4. It is validated for Western Blot, ELISA.
Validated Applications
| Applications | Western Blot, ELISA |
|---|---|
| Western Blot | 1/500 - 1/2000. ELISA: 1/40000. Not yet tested in other applications. |
Optimal dilutions should be determined by the end user for each application and sample type.
Immunogen
The antiserum was produced against synthesized peptide derived from human GABRA4. AA range:81-130
Specifications
| Host | Rabbit |
|---|---|
| Clonality | Polyclonal |
| Isotype | IgG |
| Conjugate | Unconjugated |
| Reactivity | Human, Mouse, Rat |
| Immunogen | The antiserum was produced against synthesized peptide derived from human GABRA4. AA range:81-130 |
| Concentration | 1 mg/mL |
| Observed Band | 60kD |
| Subcellular Location | Cell junction, synapse, postsynaptic cell membrane; Multi-pass membrane protein. Cell membrane; Multi-pass membrane protein. |
| Swiss-Prot | P48169 |
| Gene ID | 2557 |
| Storage | -20°C/1 year |
Reactivity Notes
Validated reactivity: Human, Mouse, Rat. For other species, epitope conservation may allow cross-reactivity; confirm with appropriate controls.
Safety & Handling
This product is for research use only (RUO) and is not intended for diagnostic or therapeutic use. The formulation contains sodium azide; handle with standard laboratory precautions.
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