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| Immunogen | E.coli-derived human GSTK1 recombinant protein (Position: N53-K213) was used as the immunogen for the GSTK1 antibody. |
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Overview
GSTK1 Antibody / Glutathione S-transferase kappa 1 is a anti-GSTK1 Rabbit antibody Polyclonal (rabbit origin) supplied in Lyophilized format. Recommended for workflows such as Western blot (WB), Immunohistochemistry (IHC), Immunofluorescence (IF), Immunoprecipitation (IP), Flow cytometry (FACS), ELISA with listed reactivity in Human, Mouse, Rat. Reported localization: Cytoplasm (Peroxisome).
Key elements and design rationale
- Target: GSTK1
- Antibody details: Rabbit, Polyclonal (rabbit origin), isotype Rabbit IgG
- Format: Lyophilized
- Applications (as listed): WB, IHC, IF, IP, FACS, ELISA
Biological background
Functionally, GSTK1 antibody identifies a 226-amino-acid enzyme that forms homodimers with catalytic sites capable of binding glutathione and a broad range of electrophilic substrates. GSTK1 participates in lipid peroxidation repair, oxidative stress defense, and metabolic detoxification within mitochondria and peroxisomes. It also contributes to cellular protection against reactive oxygen species and lipid-derived aldehydes.
The GSTK1 gene is located on chromosome 7q34 and is expressed in liver, kidney, and adipose tissue, with additional expression in metabolically active organs. GSTK1 is involved in maintaining mitochondrial redox balance and may influence energy metabolism and apoptotic signaling under oxidative stress conditions.
Pathologically, altered GSTK1 expression has been associated with obesity, diabetes, and cancer. Reduced GSTK1 levels compromise antioxidant defense, while overexpression may enhance cellular detoxification capacity. Research using GSTK1 antibody supports studies in oxidative stress, metabolism, and mitochondrial function.
GSTK1 antibody is used in western blotting, immunohistochemistry, and enzyme assays to detect glutathione S-transferases in subcellular compartments.
Structurally, Glutathione S-transferase kappa 1 contains a thioredoxin-like fold and a conserved GSH-binding domain typical of GSTs, but features unique peroxisomal targeting signals. This antibody enables detailed analysis of GSTK1's enzymatic function and role in cellular defense mechanisms.
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.
- 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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