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Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal AKR1C3 antibody. Suitable for WB, IHC-P, Flow Cyt (Intra), IP, ICC/IF and reacts with Human, Mouse samples.

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Western blot - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (AB316864), expandable thumbnail
  • Dot Blot - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (AB316864), expandable thumbnail
  • Western blot - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (AB316864), expandable thumbnail
  • Western blot - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (AB316864), expandable thumbnail
  • Immunoprecipitation - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (AB316864), expandable thumbnail

Key facts

Isotype
IgG
Host species
Rabbit
Storage buffer

pH: 7.2 - 7.4
Preservative: 0.01% Sodium azide
Constituents: 59% PBS, 40% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 0.05% BSA

Form
Liquid
Clonality
Monoclonal

Immunogen

  • The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.

Reactivity data

Select an application
Product promiseTestedExpectedPredictedNot recommended
WBIHC-PFlow Cyt (Intra)IPICC/IF
Human
Tested
Tested
Tested
Tested
Tested
Mouse
Tested
Tested
Expected
Expected
Expected
Rat
Not recommended
Not recommended
Not recommended
Not recommended
Not recommended

Tested
Tested

Species
Human
Dilution info
1/1000
Notes

-

Species
Mouse
Dilution info
1/1000
Notes

-

Not recommended
Not recommended

Species
Rat
Dilution info
-
Notes

-

Tested
Tested

Species
Human
Dilution info
1/2000
Notes

Perform heat-mediated antigen retrieval with Tris/EDTA buffer pH 9.0 before commencing with IHC staining protocol.

Species
Mouse
Dilution info
1/2000
Notes

Perform heat-mediated antigen retrieval with Tris/EDTA buffer pH 9.0 before commencing with IHC staining protocol.

Not recommended
Not recommended

Species
Rat
Dilution info
-
Notes

-

Tested
Tested

Species
Human
Dilution info
1/500
Notes

-

Expected
Expected

Species
Mouse
Dilution info
Use at an assay dependent concentration.
Notes

-

Not recommended
Not recommended

Species
Rat
Dilution info
-
Notes

-

Tested
Tested

Species
Human
Dilution info
1/30
Notes

-

Expected
Expected

Species
Mouse
Dilution info
Use at an assay dependent concentration.
Notes

-

Not recommended
Not recommended

Species
Rat
Dilution info
-
Notes

-

Tested
Tested

Species
Human
Dilution info
1/50
Notes

-

Expected
Expected

Species
Mouse
Dilution info
Use at an assay dependent concentration.
Notes

-

Not recommended
Not recommended

Species
Rat
Dilution info
-
Notes

-

Target data

Function

Cytosolic aldo-keto reductase that catalyzes the NADH and NADPH-dependent reduction of ketosteroids to hydroxysteroids. Acts as a NAD(P)(H)-dependent 3-, 17- and 20-ketosteroid reductase on the steroid nucleus and side chain and regulates the metabolism of androgens, estrogens and progesterone (PubMed:10622721, PubMed:11165022, PubMed:7650035, PubMed:9415401, PubMed:9927279). Displays the ability to catalyze both oxidation and reduction in vitro, but most probably acts as a reductase in vivo since the oxidase activity measured in vitro is inhibited by physiological concentration of NADPH (PubMed:11165022, PubMed:14672942). Acts preferentially as a 17-ketosteroid reductase and has the highest catalytic efficiency of the AKR1C enzyme for the reduction of delta4-androstenedione to form testosterone (PubMed:20036328). Reduces prostaglandin (PG) D2 to 11beta-prostaglandin F2, progesterone to 20alpha-hydroxyprogesterone and estrone to 17beta-estradiol (PubMed:10622721, PubMed:10998348, PubMed:11165022, PubMed:15047184, PubMed:19010934, PubMed:20036328). Catalyzes the transformation of the potent androgen dihydrotestosterone (DHT) into the less active form, 5-alpha-androstan-3-alpha,17-beta-diol (3-alpha-diol) (PubMed:10557352, PubMed:10998348, PubMed:11165022, PubMed:14672942, PubMed:7650035, PubMed:9415401). Also displays retinaldehyde reductase activity toward 9-cis-retinal (PubMed:21851338).

Alternative names

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Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal AKR1C3 antibody. Suitable for WB, IHC-P, Flow Cyt (Intra), IP, ICC/IF and reacts with Human, Mouse samples.

Key facts

Isotype
IgG
Form
Liquid
Clonality
Monoclonal
Immunogen
  • The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.
Clone number
EPR28747-41
Purification technique
Affinity purification Protein A
Concentration
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Storage

Shipped at conditions
Blue Ice
Appropriate short-term storage duration
1-2 weeks
Appropriate short-term storage conditions
+4°C
Appropriate long-term storage conditions
-20°C
Aliquoting information
Upon delivery aliquot
Storage information
Avoid freeze / thaw cycle

Notes

Patented technology
Our RabMAb® technology is a patented hybridoma-based technology for making rabbit monoclonal antibodies. For details on our patents, please refer to RabMAb® patents.

What are the advantages of a recombinant monoclonal antibody?
This product is a recombinant monoclonal antibody, which offers several advantages including:

  • - High batch-to-batch consistency and reproducibility
  • - Improved sensitivity and specificity
  • - Long-term security of supply
  • - Animal-free batch production

For more information, read more on recombinant antibodies.

Supplementary info

This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
Activity summary

The AKR1C3 protein also known as aldo-keto reductase family 1 member C3 functions as an enzyme and part of the aldo-keto reductase superfamily. AKR1C3 reduces ketosteroids and prostaglandins participating in steroid hormone metabolism. It has a molecular mass of about 37 kDa. It is expressed in various tissues such as the liver ovaries and adrenal glands.

Biological function summary

The enzyme engages in important roles in androgen estrogen and prostaglandin metabolism. AKR1C3 works in steroid biosynthesis by reducing 17-ketosteroids to their hydroxysteroid forms. It participates in the regulation of sex steroid hormones and contributes to prostaglandin metabolism though it does not function as part of a complex. Its activity can affect the balance of hormones and local cellular processes impacting a variety of biological activities.

Pathways

AKR1C3 plays significant roles in metabolic and signaling pathways including the steroid hormone biosynthesis and prostaglandin receptor pathways. It interacts with other enzymes like AKR1C2 which also works in steroid processing adding to the regulation of hormone levels and activities. These pathways enable the enzyme to alter cellular responses and influence receptor signaling.

Associated diseases and disorders

AKR1C3 has associations with hormone-related cancers such as prostate and breast cancer. Its overexpression or misregulation could drive tumor progression by altering hormone levels that fuel cancer growth. It connects with other proteins like CYP19A1 (aromatase) involved in estrogen synthesis indicating a contribution to estrogen-sensitive cancer development. Overall AKR1C3's role in metabolic dysfunctions and hormone-related disorders emphasizes its importance as a biological target.

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13 product images

  • Western blot - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (ab316864), expandable thumbnail

    Western blot - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (ab316864)

    AKR1C3 Western blot staining using rabbit Anti-AKR1C3 antibody

    Low expression:HCT 116 (PMID: 21215737, PMID: 35388063)

    In Western blot, Anti-Vinculin antibody [EPR8185] (Anti-Vinculin antibody [EPR8185] - Loading Control ab129002) staining at 1/10000 dilution.

    All lanes: Western blot - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (ab316864) at 1/1000 dilution

    Lane 1: TF-1 (human Erythroleukemia erythroblast) whole cell lysate at 20 µg with 5% NFDM/TBST

    Lane 2: HCT116 (human colorectal carcinoma epithelial cell) whole cell lysate at 20 µg with 5% NFDM/TBST

    Lane 3: A549 (human lung carcinoma epithelial cell) whole cell lysate at 20 µg with 5% NFDM/TBST

    Lane 4: HepG2 (human hepatocellar carcinoma epithelial cell) whole cell lysate at 20 µg with 5% NFDM/TBST

    Secondary

    All lanes: Western blot - Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) (Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) ab97051) at 1/100000 dilution

    Observed band size: 36 kDa, 124 kDa

    Exposure time: 10s

  • Dot Blot - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (ab316864), expandable thumbnail

    Dot Blot - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (ab316864)

    AKR1C3 Dot Blot staining using rabbit Anti-AKR1C3 antibody

    Dot blot analysis of AKR1C3 using ab316864 (Lane 1-4) at 1/1000 followed by a Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG, (H+L), Peroxidase conjugated (Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) ab97051) at 1/20000 Dilution] dilution and Dot blot analysis of AKR1C3 using Anti-6X His tag® antibody [EPR20547] - ChIP Grade ab213204 (lane 5-8) at 1/1000 followed by a Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG, (H+L), Peroxidase conjugated (Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) ab97051) at 1/20000 dilution.

    Lane 1&5: His tagged AKR1C1 recombinant protein

    Lane 2&6: His tagged AKR1C2 recombinant protein

    Lane 3&7: AKR1C3 recombinant protein without tag

    Lane 4&8: His tagged AKR1C4 recombinant protein

    Lanes 1 - 4: Dot Blot - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (ab316864) at 1/1000 dilution

    Lanes 5 - 8: Dot Blot - Anti-6X His tag® antibody [EPR20547] - ChIP Grade (Anti-6X His tag® antibody [EPR20547] - ChIP Grade ab213204) at 1/1000 dilution

    Lanes 1 and 5: His tagged AKR1C1 recombinant protein

    Lanes 2 and 6: His tagged AKR1C2 recombinant protein

    Lanes 3 and 7: AKR1C3 recombinant protein without tag

    Lanes 4 and 8: His tagged AKR1C4 recombinant protein

    Secondary

    All lanes: Dot Blot - Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) (Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) ab97051)

    Exposure time: 180s

  • Western blot - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (ab316864), expandable thumbnail

    Western blot - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (ab316864)

    Low expression: muscle (PMID: 18635746)

    In Western blot, Anti-GAPDH antibody [EPR16891] - Loading Control (Anti-GAPDH antibody [EPR16891] - Loading Control ab181602) staining at 1/200000 dilution.

    All lanes: Western blot - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (ab316864) at 1/1000 dilution

    Lane 1: Mouse colon tissue lysate at 20 µg with 5% NFDM/TBST

    Lane 2: Mouse kidney tissue lysate at 20 µg with 5% NFDM/TBST

    Lane 3: Mouse liver tissue lysate at 20 µg with 5% NFDM/TBST

    Lane 4: Mouse skeletal muscle tissue lysate at 20 µg with 5% NFDM/TBST

    Secondary

    All lanes: Western blot - Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) (Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) ab97051) at 1/100000 dilution

    Observed band size: 36 kDa

    Exposure time: 10s

  • Western blot - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (ab316864), expandable thumbnail

    Western blot - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (ab316864)

    Low expression: muscle (PMID: 18635746)

    In Western blot, Anti-GAPDH antibody [EPR16891] - Loading Control (Anti-GAPDH antibody [EPR16891] - Loading Control ab181602) staining at 1/200000 dilution.

    All lanes: Western blot - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (ab316864) at 1/1000 dilution

    Lane 1: Human liver tissue lysate at 20 µg with 5% NFDM/TBST

    Lane 2: Human kidney tissue lysate at 20 µg with 5% NFDM/TBST

    Lane 3: Human testis tissue lysate at 20 µg with 5% NFDM/TBST

    Lane 4: Human skeletal muscle tissue lysate at 20 µg with 5% NFDM/TBST

    Secondary

    All lanes: Western blot - Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) (Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) ab97051) at 1/100000 dilution

    Observed band size: 36 kDa

    Exposure time: 8s

  • Immunoprecipitation - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (ab316864), expandable thumbnail

    Immunoprecipitation - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (ab316864)

    AKR1C3 was immunoprecipitated from 0.35 mg A549 (human lung carcinoma epithelial cell) whole cell lysate with ab316864 at 1/30 dilution (2ug in 0.35mg lysates). Western blot was performed on the immunoprecipitate using ab316864 at 1/1000 dilution. VeriBlot for IP secondary antibody(HRP)(VeriBlot for IP Detection Reagent (HRP) ab131366) was used at 1/5000 dilution.

    Lane 1: A549 (human lung carcinoma epithelial cell) whole cell lysate

    Lane 2: ab316864 IP in A549 (human lung carcinoma epithelial cell) whole cell lysate

    Lane 3: Rabbit monoclonal IgG (Rabbit IgG, monoclonal [EPR25A] - Isotype Control ab172730) instead of ab316864 in A549 whole cell lysate

    All lanes: Immunoprecipitation - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (ab316864) at 1/30 dilution

    All lanes: A549 (human lung carcinoma epithelial cell) whole cell lysate with 5% NFDM/TBST

    Secondary

    All lanes: Immunoprecipitation - VeriBlot for IP Detection Reagent (HRP) (VeriBlot for IP Detection Reagent (HRP) ab131366) at 1/5000 dilution

    Exposure time: 6s

  • Flow Cytometry (Intracellular) - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (ab316864), expandable thumbnail

    Flow Cytometry (Intracellular) - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (ab316864)

    Flow cytometric analysis of 4% paraformaldehyde fixed 90% methanol permeabilized HCT 116 (human colorectal carcinoma epithelial cell, Left) / TF-1 (human erythroleukemia erythroblast, Right) cells labelling AKR1C3 with ab316864 at 1/500 dilution (0.1 ug)/Red compared with a Rabbit monoclonal IgG (Rabbit IgG, monoclonal [EPR25A] - Isotype Control ab172730) (Black) isotype control and an unlabelled control (cells without incubation with primary antibody and secondary antibody) (Blue).

    Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG (Alexa Fluor® 488, Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (Alexa Fluor® 488) preadsorbed ab150081) at 1/5000 dilution was used as the secondary antibody.

    Low expression: HCT 116.

  • Immunocytochemistry/ Immunofluorescence - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (ab316864), expandable thumbnail

    Immunocytochemistry/ Immunofluorescence - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (ab316864)

    Immunofluorescent analysis of 100% methanol-fixed, 0.1% TritonX-100 permeabilized TF-1 (human erythroleukemia erythroblast) cells labelling AKR1C3 with ab316864 at 1/50 (10.0 ug/ml) dilution, followed by Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (Alexa Fluor® 488) preadsorbed ab150081 Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (Alexa Fluor® 488) preadsorbed antibody at 1/1000 (2 ug/ml) dilution (Green).

    Confocal image showing nuclear and cytoplasmic staining in TF-1 cell line.

    Low expression: HCT 116 (PMID: 21215737).

    Image was taken with a confocal microscope(Leica-Microsystems, TCS SP8).

    Alexa Fluor® 594 Anti-alpha Tubulin antibody [DM1A] - Microtubule Marker ab195889 Anti-alpha Tubulin mouse monoclonal antibody - Microtubule Marker (Alexa Fluor® 594) was used to counterstain tubulin at 1/200 (2.5ug/ml) dilution (Magenta). The Nuclear counterstain was DAPI (Blue).

    Secondary antibody only control: Secondary antibody is Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (Alexa Fluor® 488) preadsorbed ab150081 Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (Alexa Fluor® 488) preadsorbed at 1/1000 (2 ug/ml) dilution.

  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (ab316864), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (ab316864)

    Immunohistochemical analysis of paraffin-embedded Mouse cardiac muscle tissue labeling AKR1C3 with ab316864 at 1/2000 (0.25 ug/ml) dilution, followed by a ready to use LeicaDS9800 (Bond™ Polymer Refine Detection).

    Negative control: No staining on mouse cardiac muscle.

    The section was incubated with ab316864 for 30 mins at room temperature.

    The immunostaining was performed on a Leica Biosystems BOND® RX instrument

    Counterstained with Hematoxylin.

    Secondary antibody only control: Secondary antibody is a ready to use LeicaDS9800 (Bond™ Polymer Refine Detection).

    Heat mediated antigen retrieval was performed with Tris-EDTA buffer (pH 9.0, Epitope Retrieval Solution2) for 20 mins

  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (ab316864), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (ab316864)

    Immunohistochemical analysis of paraffin-embedded Human cardiac muscle tissue labeling AKR1C3 with ab316864 at 1/2000 (0.25 ug/ml) dilution, followed by a ready to use LeicaDS9800 (Bond™ Polymer Refine Detection).

    Negative control: No staining on human cardiac muscle (PMID: 33352741).

    The section was incubated with ab316864 for 30 mins at room temperature.

    The immunostaining was performed on a Leica Biosystems BOND® RX instrument

    Incubate slides with 3% Hydrogen Peroxide for 10 mins at room temperature after secondary antibody incubation to reduce the background.

    Counterstained with Hematoxylin.

    Secondary antibody only control: Secondary antibody is a ready to use LeicaDS9800 (Bond™ Polymer Refine Detection).

    Heat mediated antigen retrieval was performed with Tris-EDTA buffer (pH 9.0, Epitope Retrieval Solution2) for 20 mins

  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (ab316864), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (ab316864)

    Immunohistochemical analysis of paraffin-embedded Mouse colon tissue labeling AKR1C3 with ab316864 at 1/2000 (0.25 ug/ml) dilution, followed by a ready to use LeicaDS9800 (Bond™ Polymer Refine Detection).

    Positive staining on mouse colon.

    The section was incubated with ab316864 for 30 mins at room temperature.

    The immunostaining was performed on a Leica Biosystems BOND® RX instrument

    Counterstained with Hematoxylin.

    Secondary antibody only control: Secondary antibody is a ready to use LeicaDS9800 (Bond™ Polymer Refine Detection).

    Heat mediated antigen retrieval was performed with Tris-EDTA buffer (pH 9.0, Epitope Retrieval Solution2) for 20 mins

  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (ab316864), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (ab316864)

    Immunohistochemical analysis of paraffin-embedded Mouse liver tissue labeling AKR1C3 with ab316864 at 1/2000 (0.25 ug/ml) dilution, followed by a ready to use LeicaDS9800 (Bond™ Polymer Refine Detection).

    Positive staining on mouse liver.

    The section was incubated with ab316864 for 30 mins at room temperature.

    The immunostaining was performed on a Leica Biosystems BOND® RX instrument

    Counterstained with Hematoxylin.

    Secondary antibody only control: Secondary antibody is a ready to use LeicaDS9800 (Bond™ Polymer Refine Detection).

    Heat mediated antigen retrieval was performed with Tris-EDTA buffer (pH 9.0, Epitope Retrieval Solution2) for 20 mins

  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (ab316864), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (ab316864)

    Immunohistochemical analysis of paraffin-embedded Human hepatocellular carcinoma tissue labeling AKR1C3 with ab316864 at 1/2000 (0.25 ug/ml) dilution, followed by a ready to use LeicaDS9800 (Bond™ Polymer Refine Detection).

    Positive staining on human hepatocellular carcinoma.

    The section was incubated with ab316864 for 30 mins at room temperature.

    The immunostaining was performed on a Leica Biosystems BOND® RX instrument

    Incubate slides with 3% Hydrogen Peroxide for 10 mins at room temperature after secondary antibody incubation to reduce the background.

    Counterstained with Hematoxylin.

    Secondary antibody only control: Secondary antibody is a ready to use LeicaDS9800 (Bond™ Polymer Refine Detection).

    Heat mediated antigen retrieval was performed with Tris-EDTA buffer (pH 9.0, Epitope Retrieval Solution2) for 20 mins

  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (ab316864), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-AKR1C3 antibody [EPR28747-41] (ab316864)

    Immunohistochemical analysis of paraffin-embedded Human colon tissue labeling AKR1C3 with ab316864 at 1/2000 (0.25 ug/ml) dilution, followed by a ready to use LeicaDS9800 (Bond™ Polymer Refine Detection).

    Positive staining on human colon (PMID: 33352741).

    The section was incubated with ab316864 for 30 mins at room temperature.

    The immunostaining was performed on a Leica Biosystems BOND® RX instrument

    Incubate slides with 3% Hydrogen Peroxide for 10 mins at room temperature after secondary antibody incubation to reduce the background.

    Counterstained with Hematoxylin.

    Secondary antibody only control: Secondary antibody is a ready to use LeicaDS9800 (Bond™ Polymer Refine Detection).

    Heat mediated antigen retrieval was performed with Tris-EDTA buffer (pH 9.0, Epitope Retrieval Solution2) for 20 mins

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