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| Immunogen | E.coli-derived human MSL1 recombinant protein (Position: Q218-K614) was used as the immunogen for the MSL1 antibody. |
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Overview
MSL1 Antibody / Male-specific lethal 1 is a anti-MSL1 Rabbit antibody Polyclonal (rabbit origin) supplied in Lyophilized format. Recommended for workflows such as Western blot (WB), Immunohistochemistry (IHC), Immunocytochemistry (ICC), Immunofluorescence (IF), Flow cytometry (FACS), ELISA with listed reactivity in Human, Rat. Reported localization: Nuclear.
Key elements and design rationale
- Target: MSL1
- Antibody details: Rabbit, Polyclonal (rabbit origin), isotype Rabbit IgG
- Format: Lyophilized
- Applications (as listed): WB, IHC, ICC/IF, FACS, ELISA
Biological background
MSL1 is encoded by the MSL1 gene located on human chromosome Xq28. The protein is approximately 618 amino acids long and contains coiled-coil regions that mediate interactions with MSL2 and MSL3, stabilizing the MSL complex structure. MSL1 localizes primarily to euchromatic regions of the nucleus and contributes to the spreading of acetylated histone marks along active genes. The protein serves as a scaffold, ensuring the recruitment and correct assembly of other MSL subunits onto chromatin.
The MSL1 antibody detects a 75 kilodalton band by western blot and demonstrates nuclear staining in cells undergoing active transcription. Through its role in facilitating KAT8-dependent histone H4 acetylation, MSL1 influences global chromatin accessibility and transcriptional output. Loss of MSL1 disrupts histone acetylation patterns and leads to altered gene expression profiles, particularly affecting dosage-sensitive genes on the X chromosome.
Beyond its role in dosage compensation, MSL1 participates in general transcriptional regulation across autosomes. It has been linked to stem cell differentiation, stress responses, and genome organization. Abnormal expression or mutation of MSL1 alters chromatin structure and is associated with cancer and neurodevelopmental disorders. As a regulator of chromatin state, MSL1 bridges histone modification machinery with transcriptional control mechanisms that shape epigenetic identity.
Because of its central function in chromatin remodeling and transcriptional activation, MSL1 serves as a valuable marker for studies of epigenetic regulation, gene dosage balance, and histone acetylation.
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.
- Immunofluorescence: visualize subcellular distribution and cell-to-cell heterogeneity.
- Immunohistochemistry: map target signal in tissue context and compare regions/phenotypes.
- 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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