{"product_id":"mc1r-polyclonal-antibody-bha10309525","title":"MC1R Polyclonal Antibody","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"bhp-desc\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.bhp-desc{font-size:16px;color:#1a1a1a;line-height:1.7}\n.bhp-desc h2{font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#003366;margin:24px 0 10px;padding-bottom:6px;border-bottom:2px solid #003366}\n.bhp-desc p{margin:0 0 12px}\n.bhp-desc .bhp-spec-table{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:12px 0 18px}\n.bhp-desc .bhp-spec-table th{width:36%;text-align:left;padding:8px 12px;background:#e8f0fb;color:#003366;font-weight:600;vertical-align:top;border:1px solid #ccd9f0}\n.bhp-desc .bhp-spec-table td{padding:8px 12px;vertical-align:top;border:1px solid #ccd9f0}\n.bhp-desc .bhp-qc-badge{display:inline-block;background:#e6f4ea;color:#1a7a3c;border:1px solid #a8d5b5;border-radius:4px;padding:6px 14px;font-size:14px;font-weight:600}\n.bhp-desc .bhp-warning-box{background:#fff8e6;border-left:4px solid #e6a817;padding:10px 14px;margin:10px 0 14px;border-radius:0 4px 4px 0}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis intronless gene encodes the receptor protein for melanocyte-stimulating hormone (MSH). The encoded protein, a seven pass transmembrane G protein coupled receptor, controls melanogenesis. Two types of melanin exist: red pheomelanin and black eumelanin. Gene mutations that lead to a loss in function are associated with increased pheomelanin production, which leads to lighter skin and hair color. Eumelanin is photoprotective but pheomelanin may contribute to UV-induced skin damage by generating free radicals upon UV radiation. Binding of MSH to its receptor activates the receptor and stimulates eumelanin synthesis. This receptor is a major determining factor in sun sensitivity and is a genetic risk factor for melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancer. Over 30 variant alleles have been identified which correlate with skin and hair color, providing evidence that this gene is an important component in determining normal human pigment variation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eValidated Applications \u0026amp; Recommended Dilutions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"bhp-spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommended Dilution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImmunohistochemistry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIHC 1:50-1:200\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAntibody Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"bhp-spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTarget\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMC1R\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHost Species\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRabbit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClonality\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolyclonal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIsotype\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIgG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConjugate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnconjugated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePurification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAffinity Purification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConcentration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.9 mg\/mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImmunogen\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSynthetic peptide of human MC1R UniProt: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.uniprot.org\/uniprot\/Q01726\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQ01726\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecies Reactivity \u0026amp; Cross-Reactivity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eValidated for: Human, Mouse. Verify suitability in your sample type prior to use. For species or applications not listed in the datasheet, consult our technical team before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Handling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bhp-warning-box\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore at -20℃ Valid for 12 months. Avoid freeze \/ thaw cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Buffer:\u003c\/strong\u003e PBS with 0.05% sodium azide and 50% glycerol, PH7.4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse additional antibodies targeting MC1R and complementary reagents — including secondary antibodies, blocking buffers, and detection kits — available through BioHippo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Elabscience Biotechnology Co Ltd","offers":[{"title":"20 uL","offer_id":53336466588013,"sku":"E-AB-15765_20μL","price":73.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"60 uL","offer_id":53336605786477,"sku":"E-AB-15765_60μL","price":143.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"120 uL","offer_id":53336605819245,"sku":"E-AB-15765_120μL","price":240.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200 uL","offer_id":53336605852013,"sku":"E-AB-15765_200μL","price":399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0949\/7424\/7277\/files\/arDKqH.jpg?v=1778920030","url":"https:\/\/www.ebiohippo.com\/products\/mc1r-polyclonal-antibody-bha10309525","provider":"BioHippo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}