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| Immunogen | A synthesized peptide derived from human Integrin beta 7 was used as the immunogen for the ITGB7 antibody. |
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Overview
ITGB7 Antibody / Integrin beta 7 is a anti-ITGB7 Rabbit antibody Recombinant Rabbit Monoclonal clone 32I45 supplied in Liquid format. Recommended for workflows such as Western blot (WB) with listed reactivity in Human. Reported localization: Cytoplasm, cell membrane.
Key elements and design rationale
- Target: ITGB7
- Antibody details: Rabbit, Recombinant Rabbit Monoclonal, clone 32I45, isotype Rabbit IgG
- Format: Liquid
- Applications (as listed): WB
Biological background
ITGB7 antibody is widely applied in immunology and inflammation research. Integrin alpha4beta7 directs lymphocytes to gut associated lymphoid tissues by binding to MAdCAM 1 on endothelial cells, while integrin alphaEbeta7 binds to E cadherin, supporting retention of lymphocytes in epithelial layers. By detecting ITGB7, researchers can study how integrins regulate lymphocyte homing and immune surveillance in mucosal tissues.
In flow cytometry, ITGB7 antibody quantifies surface expression on lymphocytes, distinguishing subsets involved in mucosal immunity. Immunohistochemistry maps ITGB7 expression in gut and lymphoid tissues, while immunofluorescence highlights cell surface localization. Western blotting detects integrin beta 7 protein in immune cell lysates, providing complementary analysis across platforms.
ITGB7 is a therapeutic target in inflammatory bowel disease. Antibodies blocking integrin alpha4beta7 reduce lymphocyte trafficking to the gut and alleviate inflammation. Altered ITGB7 expression is also observed in autoimmune diseases and certain cancers, linking it to pathogenesis. By applying ITGB7 antibody, scientists can explore integrin biology in health and disease and evaluate therapeutic strategies targeting lymphocyte migration.
Beyond mucosal immunity, integrin beta 7 contributes to immune responses in reproductive tissues, respiratory mucosa, and skin. It also participates in cytotoxic lymphocyte interactions with epithelial cells, influencing immune defense and tolerance. ITGB7 antibody therefore supports a wide range of studies in immunology, oncology, and inflammation.
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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.
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: Monoclonal antibodies provide a defined epitope recognition profile that can support consistent comparisons across experiments.
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