| Field | Specification |
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| Alternative Names | Hepatocyte nuclear factor 4-alpha; HNF-4-alpha; Nuclear receptor subfamily 2 group A member 1; Transcription factor 14; TCF-14; Transcription factor HNF-4; HNF4A; HNF4; NR2A1; TCF14 |
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| Formulation | |
| Host | |
| Immunogen | Synthetic peptide, corresponding to amino acids 280-330 of Human HNF4α. |
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Product Overview
HNF4α (K298) polyclonal antibody detects endogenous levels of HNF4α protein.
Hepatocyte nuclear factor 4α (HNF4α) is a transcription factor that belongs to the steroid hormone receptor superfamily and is enriched in liver. HNF4α, in association with PGC-1α, activates gluconeogenic genes such as phosphoenolpyruvate carboxykinase and glucose-6-phosphatase genes in fasted livers. Conditional knockout of the HNF4α gene in the mouse liver destroys lipid homeostasis and leads to lipid accumulation in the liver and a reduction of serum cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Mutations in HNF4α have been linked to maturity-onset diabetes of the young (MODY).
Validated Applications
| Application | Recommended Dilution |
|---|---|
| Western Blot (WB) | 1:500~1:1000 |
| Immunohistochemistry (IHC) | 1:50~1:200 |
Product Specifications
| Clonality | Polyclonal |
|---|---|
| Host Species | Rabbit |
| Isotype | IgG |
| Species Reactivity | Human, Mouse, Rat |
| Conjugate | Unconjugated |
| Purification | The antibody was affinity-purified from rabbit antiserum by affinity-chromatography using epitope-specific immunogen |
| Formulation | Rabbit IgG, 1mg/ml in PBS with 0.02% sodium azide, 50% glycerol, pH7.2 |
| Molecular Weight | ~ 52 kDa |
| Modification | Unmodified |
| UniProt / Swiss-Prot | P41235 |
| Storage | Store at 4°C short term. Aliquot and store at -20°C long term. Avoid freeze-thaw cycles. |
| Signaling Pathway(s) | Nuclear Receptor Signaling |
Immunogen / Antigen
Synthetic peptide, corresponding to amino acids 280-330 of Human HNF4α.
Safety & Handling
For Research Use Only (RUO). Not for diagnostic or therapeutic use. Handle as a potential biohazard in accordance with good laboratory practices.
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This antibody has been validated for WB, IHC. Always refer to the product datasheet for recommended dilution ranges and appropriate positive control samples for each application type.
Validated reactivity has been confirmed for Human, Mouse, Rat. Cross-reactivity with additional species may exist based on sequence homology but has not been confirmed by the manufacturer. For unlisted species, we recommend running a preliminary validation experiment.
This antibody was raised in Rabbit. For indirect detection (WB, IHC, IF), select an anti-Rabbit secondary antibody that matches the isotype. For direct detection, check the variant selector for conjugated formats. Confirm secondary antibody compatibility before ordering.
Synthetic peptide, corresponding to amino acids 280-330 of Human HNF4α.
Please refer to the storage conditions on the product label and datasheet. As a general best practice: upon receipt, aliquot into single-use volumes to minimize freeze-thaw cycling, which can progressively reduce antibody performance and lead to aggregation.
Validated reactivity covers Human, Mouse, Rat samples. Performance can vary across different cell lines and tissue types depending on target antigen expression levels and epitope accessibility. We recommend verifying target expression in your specific model system using a known positive control before proceeding to experimental samples.
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