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| Immunogen | E.coli-derived human IFI30 recombinant protein (Position: S27-K250) was used as the immunogen for the IFI30 antibody. |
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Overview
IFI30 Antibody / GILT / Gamma-interferon-inducible lysosomal thiol reductase is a anti-IFI30 Rabbit antibody Polyclonal (rabbit origin) supplied in Lyophilized format. Recommended for workflows such as Western blot (WB), Flow cytometry (FACS), ELISA with listed reactivity in Human, Mouse, Rat.
Key elements and design rationale
- Target: IFI30
- Antibody details: Rabbit, Polyclonal (rabbit origin), isotype Rabbit IgG
- Format: Lyophilized
- Applications (as listed): WB, FACS, ELISA
Biological background
Functionally, IFI30 antibody identifies a 250-amino-acid glycoprotein localized to lysosomes and late endosomes. IFI30 acts in concert with gamma-interferon-induced pathways to maintain redox balance within antigen-presenting cells. Its active site cysteines participate in thiol-disulfide exchange reactions, regenerating reduced peptides that can be efficiently bound by MHC class II for recognition by CD4+ T cells.
The IFI30 gene is located on chromosome 19p13.1 and is expressed predominantly in macrophages, dendritic cells, and B lymphocytes. Its expression is upregulated by interferon-gamma signaling and inflammatory cytokines. IFI30 functions downstream of antigen uptake and proteolysis, serving as a critical component in adaptive immune activation and tolerance maintenance.
Pathologically, altered IFI30 activity has been linked to immune disorders and cancer. Overexpression can enhance antigen presentation and immune surveillance, while deficiencies impair immune responses and tolerance mechanisms. IFI30 is also explored as a marker of macrophage activation and tumor immunogenicity. Research using IFI30 antibody supports immunology, antigen processing, and redox regulation studies.
IFI30 antibody is suitable for western blotting, immunohistochemistry, and immunofluorescence to detect lysosomal enzymes and immune regulators.
Structurally, Gamma-interferon-inducible lysosomal thiol reductase contains a thioredoxin-like domain and a signal peptide targeting it to lysosomes. The protein undergoes proteolytic maturation to its active form within acidic compartments. This antibody facilitates the study of IFI30's enzymatic and immunomodulatory roles in antigen processing and cellular redox maintenance.
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.
- 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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