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Overview
WDR55 Antibody / WD repeat-containing protein 55 is a anti-WDR55 Rabbit antibody Polyclonal (rabbit origin) supplied in Lyophilized format. Recommended for workflows such as Western blot (WB), Flow cytometry (FACS) with listed reactivity in Human, Mouse.
Key elements and design rationale
- Target: WDR55
- Antibody details: Rabbit, Polyclonal (rabbit origin), isotype Rabbit IgG
- Format: Lyophilized
- Applications (as listed): WB, FACS
Biological background
Functionally, WDR55 antibody identifies a 365-amino-acid protein that localizes to the nucleolus, where it interacts with components of the small subunit (SSU) processome. WDR55's WD-repeat domains form beta-propeller structures that scaffold RNA processing enzymes and ribonucleoprotein complexes necessary for pre-rRNA cleavage and modification.
The WDR55 gene is located on chromosome 2q23.3 and is expressed in actively dividing tissues, including testis, thymus, and embryonic stem cells. By regulating ribosome biogenesis, WDR55 supports developmental processes requiring high translational output and cell proliferation.
Pathologically, loss of WDR55 function disrupts rRNA processing and nucleolar organization, leading to developmental delay, craniofacial abnormalities, and immunodeficiency (as seen in North American Indian childhood cirrhosis-like syndromes). Research using WDR55 antibody supports studies in ribosome assembly, RNA biology, and developmental genetics.
WDR55 antibody is validated for western blotting, immunofluorescence, and immunohistochemistry to detect nucleolar proteins and ribosome assembly factors.
Structurally, WD repeat-containing protein 55 contains multiple WD repeats forming a propeller-like fold that mediates stable RNA-protein interactions. This antibody enables investigation of WDR55's role in ribosome biogenesis and nucleolar organization.
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.
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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