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| Immunogen | E.coli-derived human MSTO1 recombinant protein (Position: E44-Q518) was used as the immunogen for the MSTO1 antibody. |
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Overview
MSTO1 Antibody / Misato homolog 1 is a anti-MSTO1 Rabbit antibody Polyclonal (rabbit origin) supplied in Lyophilized format. Recommended for workflows such as Western blot (WB), Immunohistochemistry (IHC), Immunofluorescence (IF), Flow cytometry (FACS), ELISA with listed reactivity in Human. Reported localization: Cytoplasm, Mitochondria.
Key elements and design rationale
- Target: MSTO1
- Antibody details: Rabbit, Polyclonal (rabbit origin), isotype Rabbit IgG
- Format: Lyophilized
- Applications (as listed): WB, IHC, IF, FACS, ELISA
Biological background
Functionally, MSTO1 antibody identifies a 570-amino-acid cytoplasmic protein that promotes mitochondrial fusion by regulating the dynamics of the mitochondrial outer and inner membranes. MSTO1 interacts with components of the mitochondrial fusion machinery, including mitofusins (MFN1 and MFN2) and OPA1, coordinating mitochondrial elongation and connectivity. By promoting mitochondrial network formation, MSTO1 supports oxidative phosphorylation, calcium buffering, and apoptotic resistance.
The MSTO1 gene is located on chromosome 1q22 and encodes a protein expressed in muscle, liver, brain, and fibroblasts. MSTO1 is partially localized to the cytosol and associates dynamically with mitochondrial membranes. Its loss-of-function mutations cause mitochondrial fragmentation, reduced ATP production, and increased reactive oxygen species, leading to neurodegeneration and myopathy. MSTO1 deficiency has been linked to a rare inherited condition characterized by developmental delay, muscle weakness, and optic atrophy.
In cellular metabolism, MSTO1 contributes to the maintenance of mitochondrial homeostasis during cell division and stress. It facilitates mitochondrial fusion after fission events, ensuring the proper distribution of mitochondrial DNA and metabolic components. Overexpression of MSTO1 enhances mitochondrial interconnectivity, while depletion disrupts network morphology and compromises cell viability. These effects highlight MSTO1 as a key regulator of mitochondrial quality control.
MSTO1 antibody is widely used in mitochondrial biology, metabolic research, and neuromuscular disease studies. It is suitable for western blotting, immunocytochemistry, and fluorescence microscopy to detect MSTO1 localization and expression. This antibody supports studies of mitochondrial dynamics, fusion-fission balance, and bioenergetic regulation. In translational research, MSTO1 serves as a molecular marker of mitochondrial health and metabolic adaptation.
Structurally, MSTO1 contains coiled-coil and helical domains that facilitate protein-protein interaction and oligomerization. It functions as a cytoplasmic tether promoting mitochondrial membrane juxtaposition.
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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