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| Immunogen | A portion of amino acids 380-410 from the human protein was used as the immunogen for the MMP10 antibody. |
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Overview
MMP10 Antibody| Matrix metalloproteinase 10 is an antibody targeting MMP10, raised in Mouse for protein detection and localization studies where these specifications are required.
Key elements and design rationale
- Target: MMP10.
- Antibody identity: Polyclonal (rabbit origin); Rabbit Ig.
- Conjugate/label: Unconjugated (affects detection chemistry and multiplex compatibility).
- Format: Purified.
- Species reactivity: Human.
- Listed applications: WB, IHC-P, IF (refer to on-page specifications for application-specific guidance).
Biological background
MMP10 belongs to the matrix metalloproteinase family, a group of enzymes that play a key role in tissue remodeling by degrading various components of the extracellular matrix. Specifically, MMP10 is known for its ability to degrade collagen, a major structural component of connective tissue. By breaking down collagen, MMP10 helps to facilitate the turnover of damaged tissues and promote the regeneration of new, healthy tissue. One of the most intriguing aspects of MMP10 is its regulation in response to different stimuli. For example, MMP10 expression can be induced by factors such as growth factors, cytokines, and mechanical stress. This dynamic regulation allows MMP10 to respond to changing environmental conditions and play a crucial role in processes such as tissue repair and inflammation. Research has also shown that dysregulation of MMP10 activity can have detrimental effects on tissue homeostasis. For example, overexpression of MMP10 has been linked to various pathological conditions, including cancer metastasis and inflammatory diseases. On the other hand, decreased MMP10 activity has been associated with impaired wound healing and fibrosis.
Research relevance and current trends
- Comparative expression profiling across cell types, tissues, or perturbations (e.g., drug treatment, genetic editing, or differentiation).
- Subcellular localization and trafficking studies, including co-localization with pathway markers in microscopy-based assays.
- Integration of protein-level measurements with transcriptomics or proteomics to relate abundance to regulation and phenotype.
Common research applications
- Western blotting: researchers commonly compare relative signal levels across conditions and use appropriate negative/positive controls for interpretation.
- Immunohistochemistry: researchers commonly compare relative signal levels across conditions and use appropriate negative/positive controls for interpretation.
- Immunofluorescence: researchers commonly compare relative signal levels across conditions and use appropriate negative/positive controls for interpretation.
Interpretation should account for antibody-dependent factors such as epitope accessibility, isoforms, and sample preparation differences across workflows.
Notes for experimental interpretation
- Isoforms and PTMs: many targets have multiple isoforms and post-translational modifications that can shift apparent signal or localization; interpret bands/signals accordingly.
- Epitope context: binding can depend on protein conformation and sample processing; region information in the title/immunogen can help anticipate what may be detected.
- Species differences: predicted or validated reactivity may vary by ortholog sequence and sample context; confirm in your model system.
- Control concepts: include negative controls (no-primary/isotype), and where possible genetic controls (KO/KD) or independent antibodies to strengthen conclusions.
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