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Overview
PREPL Antibody / Prolyl endopeptidase-like protein is a anti-PREPL Rabbit antibody Recombinant Rabbit Monoclonal clone 30P79 supplied in Liquid format. Recommended for workflows such as Western blot (WB), Immunohistochemistry (IHC), Immunocytochemistry (ICC), Immunofluorescence (IF), Immunoprecipitation (IP) with listed reactivity in Human, Mouse, Rat.
Key elements and design rationale
- Target: PREPL
- Antibody details: Rabbit, Recombinant Rabbit Monoclonal, clone 30P79, isotype Rabbit IgG
- Format: Liquid
- Applications (as listed): WB, IHC, ICC, IF, IP
Biological background
Mutations in PREPL cause a rare genetic disorder known as hypotonia-cystinuria syndrome, characterized by neonatal hypotonia, muscle weakness, and cystinuria due to loss of function in both PREPL and SLC3A1. Research using PREPL antibody has revealed that absence of Prolyl endopeptidase-like protein disrupts normal vesicle trafficking and neurotransmitter release, contributing to hypotonia and neurological deficits. Although the precise enzymatic role of PREPL remains unclear, its presence in synaptic vesicles suggests it contributes to regulated peptide handling and signaling in the nervous system.
Beyond hypotonia-cystinuria syndrome, alterations in PREPL expression have been studied in broader contexts such as growth, appetite regulation, and endocrine function. Research with PREPL antibody has demonstrated its expression in brain and endocrine tissues, where it may modulate hormone release and metabolic signaling. Some studies suggest that PREPL deficiency influences growth hormone secretion, highlighting its potential role in development. These findings make PREPL an interesting target in both rare disease and general physiology.
PREPL antibody is applied in western blotting, immunohistochemistry, and immunofluorescence. Western blotting demonstrates tissue specific expression, especially in brain and muscle. Immunohistochemistry highlights its distribution in endocrine and neuronal tissues, while immunofluorescence confirms subcellular localization to vesicular structures. Together, these methods provide insights into PREPL's role in vesicle biology and signaling. Functional studies supported by PREPL antibody include knockout models where absence of PREPL reveals physiological consequences at cellular and organismal levels.
By supplying validated PREPL antibody reagents,
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.
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: Monoclonal antibodies provide a defined epitope recognition profile that can support consistent comparisons across experiments.
Customization & Add-ons: Can’t find the antibody you need—or require a custom format for your assay? We can help you source the best match or support custom antibody solutions for diverse research needs, including species and isotype selection, conjugations and labeling (e.g., HRP/AP, biotin, fluorophores), purification grade options (Protein A/G, affinity purified), formulation preferences (buffer selection, carrier-free, glycerol-free), custom concentrations and aliquoting, low-endotoxin options for cell-based work, and application-focused QC/validation support (project dependent). Click Talk to a Scientist to submit a request, email us at support@biohippo.com, or explore our Research Services for additional support—our team will follow up with feasibility details and next steps.
