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| Immunogen | A human recombinant protein (amino acids H197-R718) was used as the immunogen for the HIF-1 alpha antibody. |
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Overview
HIF-1 alpha Antibody is a research-use antibody directed against HIF-1 ALPHA. It is supplied for use in common immunoassay contexts such as WB, Direct ELISA (RUO).
Key elements and design rationale
- Target: HIF-1 ALPHA.
- Description (provided): HIF-1a (Hypoxia-inducible factor 1 alpha or HIF1A) is a transcription factor that mediates cellular and systemic homeostatic responses to reduced O2 availability in mammals, including angiogenesis, erythropoiesis and glycolysis.
- Antibody type: Rabbit, Polyclonal (rabbit origin), Rabbit IgG.
- Format: Antigen affinity purified; Affinity purified.
- Species reactivity: tested: Human.
- Immunogen (if provided): A human recombinant protein (amino acids H197-R718) was used as the immunogen for the HIF-1 alpha antibody..
The information above helps you match the antibody format to your assay context, interpret species-dependent differences, and anticipate how epitope context (isoforms, PTMs, or conformational state) may influence signal.
Biological background
HIF-1a (Hypoxia-inducible factor 1 alpha or HIF1A) is a transcription factor that mediates cellular and systemic homeostatic responses to reduced O2 availability in mammals, including angiogenesis, erythropoiesis and glycolysis. This gene was mapped to 14q21-q24. HIF-1a transactivate genes required for energy metabolism and tissue perfusion and is necessary for embryonic development and tumor explant growth. HIF-1alpha is over expressed during carcinogenesis, myocardial infarction and wound healing. It is crucial for the cellular response to hypoxia and is frequently over expressed in human cancers, resulting in the activation of genes essential for cell survival. HIF-1a regulates the survival and function in the inflammatory microenvironment directly. It is a transcription factor that plays a pivotal role in cellular adaptation to changes in oxygen availability.
For curated annotations (gene/protein naming, domains, isoforms, and pathway links) for HIF-1 ALPHA, consult primary databases such as UniProt, NCBI Gene, and Ensembl.
Research relevance and current trends
- Context-dependent expression studies: researchers often examine HIF-1 ALPHA abundance and localization across perturbations (genetic, pharmacologic, or environmental) to connect phenotype to molecular changes.
- Reagent reproducibility: there is growing emphasis on antibody specificity checks using orthogonal approaches (e.g., genetic perturbation or independent antibodies) and transparent reporting of clone/lot information.
- Multi-modal datasets: antibody-based readouts are increasingly combined with transcriptomics and imaging to relate protein-level measurements to cell-state transitions.
Common research applications
- Western blotting (immunoblot) for relative detection of target protein abundance and apparent molecular weight.
- Direct ELISA: commonly used to detect or compare HIF-1 ALPHA across experimental conditions (conceptual guidance only).
When comparing conditions, interpret changes in signal in the context of sample composition, expected localization, and any known isoform complexity for the target.
Notes for experimental interpretation
- Isoforms and PTMs: alternative splicing or post-translational modifications can change epitope accessibility and apparent molecular weight; interpret bands/signals accordingly.
- Cross-reactivity and matrix effects: background binding can vary by sample type, species, and blocking/detection chemistries; include appropriate negative controls.
- Control concepts: where feasible, use genetic perturbation (KO/KD/overexpression), orthogonal assays, or independent antibodies to support specificity claims.
Antibody considerations: Polyclonal reagents may recognize multiple epitopes and can increase sensitivity but may show broader binding profiles, while monoclonal clones provide a single-epitope readout that can improve consistency across experiments. If a conjugate is listed, the antibody supports more direct detection workflows; otherwise, it is typically used with a compatible secondary antibody.
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