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| Immunogen | E.coli-derived human SPRY3 recombinant protein (Position: M1-R162) was used as the immunogen for the SPRY3 antibody. |
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Overview
SPRY3 Antibody / Sprouty RTK signaling antagonist 3 is a anti-SPRY3 Rabbit antibody Polyclonal (rabbit origin) supplied in Lyophilized format. Recommended for workflows such as Western blot (WB), Flow cytometry (FACS), ELISA with listed reactivity in Human, Mouse, Rat.
Key elements and design rationale
- Target: SPRY3
- Antibody details: Rabbit, Polyclonal (rabbit origin), isotype Rabbit IgG
- Format: Lyophilized
- Applications (as listed): WB, FACS, ELISA
Biological background
Structurally, SPRY3 contains a conserved cysteine-rich C-terminal domain responsible for membrane association and a variable N-terminal region that mediates interaction with adapter proteins such as GRB2 and c-CBL. It belongs to the sprouty protein family (SPRY1-4), known for modulating Ras/MAPK signaling by interfering with RAF activation. Co-localization studies show SPRY3 associated with endosomal membranes and perinuclear regions, reflecting its regulatory role at signal transduction interfaces.
Functionally, SPRY3 acts as an inhibitor of the Ras/MAPK pathway, suppressing excessive signaling following receptor activation. It prevents cell overproliferation and supports proper developmental patterning. In neurons, SPRY3 regulates axonal branching and synaptic plasticity, while in endothelial cells it modulates angiogenic responses to VEGF. SPRY3 also interacts with E3 ubiquitin ligases such as c-CBL, influencing receptor internalization and degradation. Known downstream pathways include ERK1/2, PI3K-AKT, and Rho family GTPase signaling.
Expression of SPRY3 is developmentally regulated, with high levels observed in fetal brain and during vascular remodeling. Dysregulation or loss of SPRY3 has been linked to tumorigenesis, impaired angiogenesis, and developmental disorders. Deletion of SPRY3 in the pseudoautosomal region may contribute to neurodevelopmental phenotypes in certain chromosomal abnormalities. Pathway associations include growth factor receptor signaling, neuronal differentiation, and vascular development. In disease models, SPRY3 acts as a tumor suppressor through attenuation of mitogenic signaling.
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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.
- 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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