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Rabbit Polyclonal CFTR antibody. Suitable for ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 9 publications.


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Immunocytochemistry/ Immunofluorescence - Anti-CFTR antibody (AB131553), expandable thumbnail

Publications

Key facts

Isotype

IgG

Host species

Rabbit

Storage buffer

pH: 7.4
Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azide
Constituents: 98.98% PBS, 1% BSA

Form

Liquid

Clonality

Polyclonal

Immunogen

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

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Reactivity data

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Product promiseTestedExpectedPredictedNot recommended
ICC/IFIHC-P
Human
Tested
Not recommended
Chimpanzee
Predicted
Not recommended
Cow
Predicted
Not recommended
Gorilla
Predicted
Not recommended
Macaque monkey
Predicted
Not recommended
Pig
Predicted
Not recommended
Rabbit
Predicted
Not recommended
Sheep
Predicted
Not recommended

Tested
Tested

Species

Human

Dilution info

5 µg/mL

Notes

-

Predicted
Predicted

Species

Sheep, Rabbit, Cow, Pig, Chimpanzee, Macaque monkey, Gorilla

Dilution info

-

Notes

-

Not recommended
Not recommended

Species

Human, Sheep, Rabbit, Cow, Pig, Chimpanzee, Macaque monkey, Gorilla

Dilution info

-

Notes

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Target data

Function

Epithelial ion channel that plays an important role in the regulation of epithelial ion and water transport and fluid homeostasis (PubMed:26823428). Mediates the transport of chloride ions across the cell membrane (PubMed:10792060, PubMed:11524016, PubMed:11707463, PubMed:12519745, PubMed:12529365, PubMed:12588899, PubMed:12727866, PubMed:15010471, PubMed:17036051, PubMed:1712898, PubMed:17182731, PubMed:19398555, PubMed:19621064, PubMed:22178883, PubMed:25330774, PubMed:26846474, PubMed:28087700, PubMed:8910473, PubMed:9804160). Possesses an intrinsic ATPase activity and utilizes ATP to gate its channel; the passive flow of anions through the channel is gated by cycles of ATP binding and hydrolysis by the ATP-binding domains (PubMed:11524016, PubMed:15284228, PubMed:26627831, PubMed:8910473). The ion channel is also permeable to HCO(3)(-); selectivity depends on the extracellular chloride concentration (PubMed:15010471, PubMed:19019741). In vitro, mediates ATP-dependent glutathione flux (PubMed:12727866). Exerts its function also by modulating the activity of other ion channels and transporters (PubMed:12403779, PubMed:22121115, PubMed:22178883, PubMed:27941075). Plays an important role in airway fluid homeostasis (PubMed:16645176, PubMed:19621064, PubMed:26823428). Contributes to the regulation of the pH and the ion content of the airway surface fluid layer and thereby plays an important role in defense against pathogens (PubMed:14668433, PubMed:16645176, PubMed:26823428). Modulates the activity of the epithelial sodium channel (ENaC) complex, in part by regulating the cell surface expression of the ENaC complex (PubMed:17182731, PubMed:17434346, PubMed:27941075). Inhibits the activity of the ENaC channel containing subunits SCNN1A, SCNN1B and SCNN1G (PubMed:17182731). Inhibits the activity of the ENaC channel containing subunits SCNN1D, SCNN1B and SCNN1G, but not of the ENaC channel containing subunits SCNN1A, SCNN1B and SCNN1G (PubMed:17182731, PubMed:27941075). May regulate bicarbonate secretion and salvage in epithelial cells by regulating the transporter SLC4A7 (PubMed:12403779). Can inhibit the chloride channel activity of ANO1 (PubMed:22178883). Plays a role in the chloride and bicarbonate homeostasis during sperm epididymal maturation and capacitation (PubMed:19923167, PubMed:27714810).

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Rabbit Polyclonal CFTR antibody. Suitable for ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 9 publications.

Key facts

Isotype

IgG

Form

Liquid

Clonality

Polyclonal

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

Affinity purification Immunogen

Specificity

From Mar 2024, QC testing of replenishment batches of this polyclonal changed. All tested and expected application and reactive species combinations are still covered by our Abcam product promise. However, we no longer test all applications. For more information on a specific batch, please contact our Scientific Support who will be happy to help. You may also be interested in our alternative recombinant antibody, ab219337.

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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

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Supplementary info

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

Activity summary

The CFTR protein also known as the cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator acts as a channel that facilitates the transport of chloride ions across cell membranes. This protein plays an essential role in maintaining ion balance and hydration in various tissues. CFTR is a large glycoprotein with a molecular mass of approximately 170 kDa. It is expressed in the epithelial cells of organs such as the lungs pancreas and intestines. Its location and function underpin its significance in cellular activities and interactions.

Biological function summary

CFTR impacts the regulation of epithelial fluid movement and mucus consistency. It integrates into the cellular membrane interacting with other protein channels to form a regulatory complex. The CFTR protein's ability to transport chloride ions aids in maintaining the osmotic gradients required for proper mucus hydration. This helps prevent the build-up of thick mucus particularly in the respiratory system where it can impact breathing and infection resistance.

Pathways

The CFTR protein functions critically in electrolyte transport pathways that are connected to the regulation of ion channels and cellular signaling processes. It interacts closely with other protein channels and transporters such as ENaC forming part of the epithelial sodium channels pathway. This pathway contributes significantly to the balance of salt and water transport across epithelial surfaces. Another related pathway involves its interaction with the cAMP-dependent protein kinase (PKA) which phosphorylates CFTR modulating its activity and stability in response to cellular signals.

Associated diseases and disorders

CFTR mutations are directly linked to cystic fibrosis a genetic condition that affects the lungs and digestive system. In cystic fibrosis dysfunctional CFTR proteins lead to the production of thick and sticky mucus resulting in respiratory and digestive complications. CFTR is also associated with congenital bilateral absence of the vas deferens (CBAVD) often related to male infertility. In both conditions protein interactions and chloride transport disruption serve as critical influences on disease progression and symptom manifestation.

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  • Immunocytochemistry/ Immunofluorescence - Anti-CFTR antibody (ab131553), expandable thumbnail

    Immunocytochemistry/ Immunofluorescence - Anti-CFTR antibody (ab131553)

    ab131553 staining Cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator in MOLT4 cells. The cells were fixed with 100% methanol (5 min), permeabilized with 0.1% PBS-Tween for 5 minutes and then blocked with 1% BSA/10% normal goat serum/0.3M glycine in 0.1%PBS-Tween for 1h. The cells were then incubated overnight at 4°C with ab131553 at 5 μg/ml and Anti-alpha Tubulin antibody [DM1A] - Loading Control ab7291, Mouse monoclonal [DM1A] to alpha Tubulin - Loading Control. Cells were then incubated with Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (Alexa Fluor® 488) preadsorbed ab150081, Goat polyclonal Secondary Antibody to Rabbit IgG - H&L (Alexa Fluor® 488), pre-adsorbed at 1/1000 dilution (shown in green) and Goat Anti-Mouse IgG H&L (Alexa Fluor® 594) preadsorbed ab150120, Goat polyclonal Secondary Antibody to Mouse IgG - H&L (Alexa Fluor® 594), pre-adsorbed at 1/1000 dilution (shown in pseudocolour red). Nuclear DNA was labelled with DAPI (shown in blue).

    Image was acquired with a confocal microscope (Leica-Microsystems TCS SP8) and a single confocal section is shown.

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