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Overview
Gp9 Antibody / Glycoprotein 9 / CD42a is a anti-GP9 Rabbit antibody Polyclonal (rabbit origin) supplied in Lyophilized format. Recommended for workflows such as Western blot (WB), Immunohistochemistry (IHC) with listed reactivity in Mouse, Rat.
Key elements and design rationale
- Target: GP9
- Antibody details: Rabbit, Polyclonal (rabbit origin), isotype Rabbit IgG
- Format: Lyophilized
- Applications (as listed): WB, IHC
Biological background
Platelet glycoprotein IX is a small single-pass transmembrane protein that stabilizes the larger GPIbalpha subunit and ensures correct receptor complex formation. Mutations in the GP9 gene cause Bernard–Soulier syndrome, a rare autosomal recessive bleeding disorder characterized by macrothrombocytopenia and defective platelet adhesion. The Gp9 antibody is essential for diagnosing and researching this condition, as it allows detection of protein expression and complex assembly defects in patient samples and experimental models.
In normal hemostasis, GPIb-IX-V engagement with von Willebrand factor triggers intracellular signaling events that activate integrins and promote platelet aggregation. The Gp9 antibody supports studies that dissect these pathways, clarifying how alterations in complex composition affect receptor function. In addition to its hemostatic role, Platelet glycoprotein IX contributes to thrombo-inflammatory responses, vascular repair, and platelet-leukocyte interactions. Using the Gp9 antibody, researchers can quantify expression and localization on the platelet surface and explore its involvement in inflammation and cardiovascular disease.
The Gp9 antibody performs effectively in flow cytometry, western blotting, and immunofluorescence. It provides clear detection of Platelet glycoprotein IX in platelets, megakaryocytes, and hematopoietic progenitors. Studies employing this antibody help define the molecular architecture of the GPIb-IX-V complex and its contribution to platelet activation signaling. By facilitating these analyses, the Gp9 antibody aids both basic research and clinical evaluation of platelet receptor disorders.
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.
- Immunohistochemistry: map target signal in tissue context and compare regions/phenotypes.
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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