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AB14929

Anti-Bestrophin/BEST1 antibody

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(8 Publications)

Rabbit Polyclonal Bestrophin/BEST1 antibody. Suitable for IHC-P and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 8 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human BEST1 aa 550 to C-terminus.

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VMD2, BEST1, Bestrophin-1, TU15B, Vitelliform macular dystrophy protein 2

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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Bestrophin/BEST1 antibody (AB14929)
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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Bestrophin/BEST1 antibody (AB14929)

IHC image of ab14929 staining in human normal hippocampus formalin fixed paraffin embedded tissue section, performed on a Leica BondTM system using the standard protocol F. The section was pre-treated using heat mediated antigen retrieval with sodium citrate buffer (pH6, epitope retrieval solution 1) for 20 mins. The section was then incubated with ab14929, 5µg/ml, for 15 mins at room temperature and detected using an HRP conjugated compact polymer system. DAB was used as the chromogen. The section was then counterstained with haematoxylin and mounted with DPX.

For other IHC staining systems (automated and non-automated) customers should optimize variable parameters such as antigen retrieval conditions, primary antibody concentration and antibody incubation times.

Key facts

Host species

Rabbit

Clonality

Polyclonal

Isotype

IgG

Carrier free

No

Reacts with

Human

Applications

IHC-P

applications

Immunogen

Synthetic Peptide within Human BEST1 aa 550 to C-terminus. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.

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Reactivity data

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Properties and storage information

Form
Liquid
Purification technique
Affinity purification Immunogen
Shipped at conditions
Blue Ice
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

Supplementary information

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

Bestrophin also known as BEST1 or VMD2 is a protein that functions as a calcium-activated chloride channel. It plays an important role in the transport of ions across cell membranes. The molecular mass of BEST1 is about 68 kDa. This protein is prominently expressed in the retinal pigment epithelium (RPE) which is a layer of cells in the eye vital to the function and survival of the photoreceptors. These photoreceptors are responsible for capturing light and initiating vision.
Biological function summary

BEST1 influences the regulation of ionic homeostasis in the eye and contributes to the RPE's maintenance. It acts as part of a chloride channel complex that helps transport chloride ions which is important for fluid absorption and secretion in the retina. There are interactions with calcium ions that activate the channel allowing it to regulate the flow of other ions in response to changes in calcium concentration which is essential for maintaining the ionic balance necessary for proper vision.

Pathways

BEST1 plays significant roles in the visual cycle and ion transport pathways in the retina. It is related to the protein ANO2 another chloride channel although they interact differently with calcium ions. BEST1 influences the fluid regulation within the retina an essential part of the visual cycle pathway. It signals the movement of ions in response to external stimuli maintaining the balance of fluids and ions that reh cells function correctly.

Mutations in the BEST1 gene are connected to Best vitelliform macular dystrophy and adult-onset foveomacular dystrophy. Both disorders lead to retinal degeneration affecting vision. The interaction between BEST1 and other chloride channels like ANO2 suggests possible effects on the severity and progression of these retinal diseases highlighting the need for continued research into therapeutic interventions and the complex network of protein interactions within the retina.

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Target data

Ligand-gated anion channel that allows the movement of anions across cell membranes when activated by calcium (Ca2+) (PubMed : 11904445, PubMed : 12907679, PubMed : 18179881, PubMed : 18400985, PubMed : 19853238, PubMed : 21330666, PubMed : 26200502, PubMed : 26720466, PubMed : 35789156). Allows the movement of chloride and hydrogencarbonate (PubMed : 11904445, PubMed : 12907679, PubMed : 18179881, PubMed : 18400985, PubMed : 19853238, PubMed : 21330666, PubMed : 26200502, PubMed : 26720466, PubMed : 35789156). Found in a partially open conformation leading to significantly smaller chloride movement (PubMed : 35789156). Upon F2R/PAR-1 activation, the sequestered calcium is released into the cytosol of astrocytes, leading to the (Ca2+)-dependent release of L-glutamate into the synaptic cleft that targets the neuronal postsynaptic GRIN2A/NMDAR receptor resulting in the synaptic plasticity regulation (By similarity). Upon activation of the norepinephrine-alpha-1 adrenergic receptor signaling pathway, transports as well D-serine than L-glutamate in a (Ca2+)-dependent manner, leading to activation of adjacent NMDAR receptors and therefore regulates the heterosynaptic long-term depression and metaplasticity during initial memory acquisition (By similarity). Releases the 4-aminobutanoate neurotransmitter in a (Ca2+)-dependent manner, and participates in its tonic release from cerebellar glial cells (By similarity).
See full target information BEST1

Publications (8)

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International journal of ophthalmology 14:1138-1150 PubMed34414076

2021

Development-related mitochondrial properties of retinal pigment epithelium cells derived from hEROs.

Applications

Unspecified application

Species

Unspecified reactive species

Hao-Jue Xu,Qi-You Li,Ting Zou,Zheng-Qin Yin

Stem cell reports 9:366-380 PubMed28506532

2017

Accreditation of Biosafe Clinical-Grade Human Embryonic Stem Cells According to Chinese Regulations.

Applications

Unspecified application

Species

Unspecified reactive species

Qi Gu,Juan Wang,Lei Wang,Zheng-Xin Liu,Wan-Wan Zhu,Yuan-Qing Tan,Wei-Fang Han,Jun Wu,Chun-Jing Feng,Jin-Hui Fang,Lei Liu,Liu Wang,Wei Li,Xiao-Yang Zhao,Bao-Yang Hu,Jie Hao,Qi Zhou

Oncotarget 7:22819-33 PubMed27009841

2016

Features specific to retinal pigment epithelium cells derived from three-dimensional human embryonic stem cell cultures - a new donor for cell therapy.

Applications

Unspecified application

Species

Unspecified reactive species

Wei Wu,Yuxiao Zeng,Zhengya Li,Qiyou Li,Haiwei Xu,Zheng Qin Yin

Scientific reports 5:11791 PubMed26138532

2015

Allogenic iPSC-derived RPE cell transplants induce immune response in pigs: a pilot study.

Applications

IHC-Fr

Species

Unspecified reactive species

Elliott H Sohn,Chunhua Jiao,Emily Kaalberg,Cathryn Cranston,Robert F Mullins,Edwin M Stone,Budd A Tucker

eLife 2:e00824 PubMed23991284

2013

Patient-specific iPSC-derived photoreceptor precursor cells as a means to investigate retinitis pigmentosa.

Applications

IHC

Species

Unspecified reactive species

Budd A Tucker,Robert F Mullins,Luan M Streb,Kristin Anfinson,Mari E Eyestone,Emily Kaalberg,Megan J Riker,Arlene V Drack,Terry A Braun,Edwin M Stone

Investigative ophthalmology & visual science 52:4497-505 PubMed21498618

2011

Molecular consequences of BEST1 gene mutations in canine multifocal retinopathy predict functional implications for human bestrophinopathies.

Applications

Unspecified application

Species

Unspecified reactive species

Karina E Guziewicz,Julianna Slavik,Sarah J P Lindauer,Gustavo D Aguirre,Barbara Zangerl

Investigative ophthalmology & visual science 49:3699-706 PubMed18421091

2008

Characterization of a spontaneous mouse retinal pigment epithelial cell line B6-RPE07.

Applications

WB

Species

Mouse

Mei Chen,Elizabeth Muckersie,Marie Robertson,Monika Fraczek,John V Forrester,Heping Xu

Investigative ophthalmology & visual science 48:3372-80 PubMed17591911

2007

Differential macular and peripheral expression of bestrophin in human eyes and its implication for best disease.

Applications

IHC

Species

Human

Robert F Mullins,Markus H Kuehn,Elizabeth A Faidley,Nasreen A Syed,Edwin M Stone
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