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| Immunogen | E.coli-derived human Twinkle/TWNK recombinant protein (Position: R39-K635) was used as the immunogen for the TWNK antibody. |
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Overview
TWNK Antibody / Twinkle is a anti-TWNK Rabbit antibody Polyclonal (rabbit origin) supplied in Lyophilized format. Recommended for workflows such as Western blot (WB), ELISA with listed reactivity in Human, Mouse, Rat.
Key elements and design rationale
- Target: TWNK
- Antibody details: Rabbit, Polyclonal (rabbit origin), isotype Rabbit IgG
- Format: Lyophilized
- Applications (as listed): WB, ELISA
Biological background
Structurally, Twinkle forms a hexameric ring that encircles DNA and uses ATP hydrolysis to unwind duplex strands at replication forks. It cooperates with mitochondrial DNA polymerase gamma (POLG) and mitochondrial single-stranded DNA-binding protein (mtSSB) to sustain replication fidelity and genome integrity. Twinkle localizes to mitochondrial nucleoids, the structures where replication and transcription occur.
The TWNK antibody is widely used in mitochondrial biology, genetics, and metabolic research to study mtDNA replication, maintenance, and disorders of mitochondrial dysfunction. Western blot analysis detects a 77 kilodalton band corresponding to Twinkle, while immunofluorescence reveals mitochondrial localization with a punctate pattern. This antibody supports investigations into mechanisms of mtDNA propagation and repair.
Mutations in TWNK cause autosomal dominant progressive external ophthalmoplegia (PEO) and mitochondrial DNA depletion syndromes, leading to neuromuscular and metabolic disorders. Dysfunctional Twinkle results in replication stalling, deletions, and depletion of mitochondrial DNA. The TWNK antibody provides a reliable tool for studying mitochondrial replication machinery, genome stability, and related diseases.
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.
- 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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