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Overview
GLRX3 Antibody / Glutaredoxin 3 / PICOT is a anti-GLRX3 Rabbit antibody Polyclonal (rabbit origin) supplied in Lyophilized format. Recommended for workflows such as Western blot (WB), Flow cytometry (FACS), ELISA with listed reactivity in Human, Mouse, Rat.
Key elements and design rationale
- Target: GLRX3
- Antibody details: Rabbit, Polyclonal (rabbit origin), isotype Rabbit IgG
- Format: Lyophilized
- Applications (as listed): WB, FACS, ELISA
Biological background
GLRX3 is ubiquitously expressed but particularly abundant in heart, skeletal muscle, and liver, where it contributes to mitochondrial function and oxidative stress resistance. The protein forms complexes with BolA-like proteins to facilitate Fe-S cluster biogenesis, which is essential for electron transport chain integrity. In cardiomyocytes, GLRX3�originally identified as PICOT (PKC-interacting cousin of thioredoxin)�binds to protein kinase C theta and inhibits its activity, modulating hypertrophic signaling and contractility. This redox-regulatory interaction links GLRX3 to cardiac protection against oxidative damage and maladaptive stress responses.
The GLRX3 antibody is widely used in redox biology, metabolism, and cardiovascular research to examine oxidative stress regulation, Fe-S cluster metabolism, and cell signaling. Western blot analysis identifies a 38 kilodalton band corresponding to GLRX3, while immunofluorescence shows cytoplasmic and mitochondrial localization. Studies using the antibody have revealed that GLRX3 depletion leads to increased ROS levels, impaired mitochondrial respiration, and reduced iron homeostasis. Because these effects contribute to cellular senescence and disease progression, GLRX3 is of growing interest as a therapeutic target in oxidative and metabolic disorders.
Beyond its roles in redox and energy metabolism, GLRX3 contributes to developmental processes and immune function. It modulates NF-?B and MAPK pathways, influencing inflammatory gene expression. Overexpression has been reported in cancers such as hepatocellular carcinoma and breast carcinoma, where it promotes proliferation and resistance to oxidative stress. The GLRX3 antibody therefore provides a valuable reagent for investigating molecular mechanisms of redox regulation, signal transduction, and disease adaptation.
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.
- Flow cytometry: quantify target-positive populations and signal shifts at single-cell resolution.
- 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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