Phospho-RAF1 (Ser338) Antibody

Overview

This is a polyclonal anti-RAF1 antibody raised in Rabbit, with confirmed utility in ELISA, WB. It is designed to detect RAF1 protein in Human, Mouse and supports researchers working in signal transduction contexts.

Key elements and design rationale

• Immunogen: Peptide sequence around phosphorylation site of serine 338 (R-D-S(p)-S-Y) derived from Human RAF. — determines the epitope region; confirm compatibility with sample preparation and expected post-translational modifications.
• Host species (Rabbit): Requires anti-rabbit-IgG secondary reagents for indirect detection.
• Polyclonal format: Recognizes multiple epitopes for robust signal; inherent lot-to-lot variability requires appropriate controls.
• Isotype (IgG): Matched secondary antibodies and isotype controls required. Compatible with standard Protein A/G purification workflows.
• Purification (Antigen affinity purification): Enriches for specific immunoglobulin classes; reduces non-specific background vs. crude antisera.

Biological background

RAF1 (also referred to as c Raf, C-raf, C-Raf proto-oncogene, serine/threonine kinase, CMD1NN, Craf 1 transforming gene, cRaf, Craf1 transforming gene, EC 2.7.11.1, kinase Raf1, Murine sarcoma 3611 oncogene 1, NS5, Oncogene MIL, Oncogene RAF1, OTTHUMP00000160218, OTTHUMP00000207813, OTTHUMP00000209389, Protein kinase raf 1, Proto-oncogene c-RAF, Raf 1, Raf 1 proto oncogene serine/threonine kinase, RAF, Raf proto oncogene serine/threonine protein kinase, RAF proto-oncogene serine/threonine-protein kinase, RAF-1, RAF1, RAF1_HUMAN, Similar to murine leukemia viral (V-raf-1) oncogene homolog 1, TRANSFORMING REPLICATION-DEFECTIVE MURINE RETROVIRUS 3611-MSV, v raf 1 murine leukemia viral oncogene homolog 1, v-raf murine sarcoma viral oncogene homolog 1, v-raf-1 murine leukemia viral oncogene-like protein 1, vraf1 murine leukemia viral oncogene homolog 1) is a protein target studied in Human systems. Expression, subcellular localization, and post-translational modifications vary across cell types and disease states — factors critical to antibody-based detection design. Consult UniProt, NCBI Gene, and primary literature for current annotation of RAF1 biology in signal transduction.

Common research applications

• ELISA: Quantification of soluble target in biological fluids or culture supernatants. Ensure samples are within the linear detection range.
• WB: Confirms target molecular weight and distinguishes isoforms under denaturing conditions.

Notes for experimental interpretation

• Isotype controls: Use an isotype-matched (IgG from Rabbit) control at equivalent concentration to assess non-specific background.
• Cross-reactivity: Polyclonal preparations may cross-react with related proteins. Orthogonal validation (siRNA, KO lysate) is recommended.
• Matrix effects: Sample matrix can affect performance; pilot dilution linearity and spike-recovery experiments are advised for quantitative studies.
• Species reactivity: Confirmed for Human, Mouse. Extrapolation to untested species requires empirical validation.

This product is a polyclonal antibody purified from rabbit antiserum.

• Datasheet (11082755)

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