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| Alternative Names | ATP-sensitive inward rectifier potassium channel 10, KAB-2, BIR10, BIRK1, Kir1.2, Potassium channel inwardly rectifying subfamily J member 10 |
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Overview
Guinea pig Anti-Kir4.1 (KCNJ10) Antibody is an antibody targeting ATP-sensitive inward rectifier potassium channel 10, KAB-2, BIR10, BIRK1, Kir1.2, Potassium channel inwardly rectifying subfamily J member 10 Polyclonal raised in Guinea Pig (Unconjugated). This antibody is commonly used in IC, IF, IHC, WB to detect, localize, or compare expression of the target across samples.
Key elements and design rationale
- Target: ATP-sensitive inward rectifier potassium channel 10, KAB-2, BIR10, BIRK1, Kir1.2, Potassium channel inwardly rectifying subfamily J member 10 (also reported as ATP-sensitive inward rectifier potassium channel 10, KAB-2, BIR10, BIRK1, Kir1.2, Potassium channel inwardly rectifying subfamily J member 10).
- Immunogen/epitope region: Intracellular, C-terminus.
- Homology note: Human, mouse - identical (informative for cross-species interpretation).
- Species reactivity (as provided): Human, Rat, Mouse.
- KO-validated: yes (validation context may be assay-dependent).
- Lot quality control (as provided): Western blot analysis.
- Peptide confirmation: Confirmed by amino acid analysis and mass spectrometry.
- Blocking peptide: Available for antigen preadsorption control where appropriate.
These attributes help researchers interpret whether signal reflects the intended target in a given assay and sample context.
Biological background
Kir4.1 is a member of the family of inward rectifying K+ channels. The family includes 15 members that are structurally and functionally different from the voltage-dependent K+ channels.The family's topology consists of two transmembrane domains that flank a single and highly conserved pore region with intracellular N- and C-termini. As is the case for the voltage-dependent K+ channels the functional unit for the Kir channels is composed of four subunits that can assemble as either homo or heteromers.Kir channels are characterized by a K+ efflux that is limited by depolarizing membrane potentials thus making them essential for controlling resting membrane potential and K+ homeostasis.Kir4.1 is a member of the Kir4 subfamily that includes one other member: Kir4.2.
Research relevance and current trends
- Linking transporter/channel abundance to ionic homeostasis and excitability-related phenotypes.
- Studying compartment-specific localization (surface vs intracellular pools) and trafficking dynamics.
- Combining antibody readouts with functional assays for more complete interpretation.
Common research applications
- Western blot (WB): compare target abundance/size across lysates and conditions; consider isoforms/PTMs.
- Immunohistochemistry (IHC): examine spatial distribution in tissue and relate signal to cell-type composition.
- Immunofluorescence/ICC: assess subcellular localization and co-localization with markers in cells or sections.
Interpretation typically benefits from comparing matched sample sets (e.g., treated vs control, WT vs KO/KD) and using orthogonal readouts where feasible.
Notes for experimental interpretation
- Isoforms and post-translational modifications can shift apparent molecular weight or epitope accessibility across samples.
- Cross-species signal may depend on epitope conservation; consult the provided homology note when selecting models.
- Permeabilization, fixation, and antigen retrieval can change accessibility of intracellular vs extracellular epitopes.
- Conceptual control: antigen preadsorption (blocking peptide) can help assess signal dependence on the immunogen region.
- Conceptual control: KO/KD samples provide orthogonal support for target assignment when available.
- Provided control suggestions: Negative control: BLP-PC035.
- Application notes: see product-specific dilution/usage notes and control concepts provided in the dataset.
Application abbreviations: CBE- Cell-based ELISA, FC- Flow cytometry, ICC- Immunocytochemistry, IE- Indirect ELISA, IF- Immunofluorescence, IFC- Indirect flow cytometry, IHC- Immunohistochemistry, IP- Immunoprecipitation, LCI- Live cell imaging, N- Neutralization, WB- Western blot. Species abbreviations: H- Human, M- Mouse, R- Rat.
Recommended controls: Blocking peptide: BLP-PC035; Negative control: BLP-PC035.
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