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AB220191

Anti-Chromogranin A antibody [CHGA/798]

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Mouse Monoclonal Chromogranin A antibody. Suitable for IHC-P and reacts with Mouse, Rat, Human samples. Cited in 2 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Full Length Protein corresponding to Human CHGA.

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Chromogranin-A, CgA, Pituitary secretory protein I, SP-I, CHGA

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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Chromogranin A antibody [CHGA/798] (AB220191)
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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Chromogranin A antibody [CHGA/798] (AB220191)

Immunohistochemical analysis of formalin-fixed and paraffin-embedded Human pancreas tissue labeling Chromogranin A with ab220191 at 0.5 μg/ml dilution.

Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Chromogranin A antibody [CHGA/798] (AB220191)
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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Chromogranin A antibody [CHGA/798] (AB220191)

Immunohistochemical analysis of formalin-fixed and paraffin-embedded Human parathyroid tissue labeling Chromogranin A with ab220191 at 0.5 μg/ml dilution.

Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Chromogranin A antibody [CHGA/798] (AB220191)
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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Chromogranin A antibody [CHGA/798] (AB220191)

Immunohistochemical analysis of formalin-fixed and paraffin-embedded Human SC lung carcinoma tissue labeling Chromogranin A with ab220191 at 0.5 μg/ml dilution.

Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Chromogranin A antibody [CHGA/798] (AB220191)
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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Chromogranin A antibody [CHGA/798] (AB220191)

Immunohistochemical analysis of formalin-fixed and paraffin-embedded Human adrenal gland tissue labeling Chromogranin A with ab220191 at 0.5 μg/ml dilution.

Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Chromogranin A antibody [CHGA/798] (AB220191)
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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Chromogranin A antibody [CHGA/798] (AB220191)

Immunohistochemical analysis of formalin-fixed and paraffin-embedded rat pancreas tissue labeling Chromogranin A with ab220191 at 0.5 μg/ml dilution.

Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Chromogranin A antibody [CHGA/798] (AB220191)
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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Chromogranin A antibody [CHGA/798] (AB220191)

Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) analysis of mouse pancreas tissue labelling Chromagranin A with ab220191 at 0.5μg/ml dilution.

Key facts

Host species

Mouse

Clonality

Monoclonal

Clone number

CHGA/798

Isotype

IgG1

Light chain type

kappa

Carrier free

No

Reacts with

Mouse, Rat, Human

Applications

IHC-P

applications

Immunogen

Recombinant Full Length Protein corresponding to Human CHGA.

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Reactivity data

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Properties and storage information

Form
Liquid
Purification technique
Affinity purification Protein A/G
Purification notes
ab220191 was purified from Bioreactor Concentrate by Protein A/G.
Storage buffer
pH: 7.2 - 7.4 Preservative: 0.05% Sodium azide Constituents: PBS, 0.05% BSA
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

Supplementary information

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

Chromogranin A (CgA) sometimes called chromagranin A is a glycoprotein with a molecular weight of approximately 49–52 kDa. It is highly expressed in the secretory granules of neuroendocrine cells present in tissues such as the adrenal medulla pancreas and endocrine cells of the gastrointestinal tract. CgA identified as part of a family including chromogranin B and chromogranin C functions mechanically as a precursor to various bioactive peptides. This translates into its involvement in the storage and release of hormones and peptides within vesicles.
Biological function summary

Chromogranin A assists in the regulation of secretory pathways across multiple neuroendocrine systems. It plays a role in hormone storage conversion to active peptides and regulates the exocytosis of hormones. CgA acts within a complex contributing to secretory granule biogenesis and influencing intravesicular acidity. As a regulatory component the exact physiological roles are diverse impacting cardiovascular metabolic and immunological processes.

Pathways

Chromogranin A is involved in pathways such as the catecholamine synthesis and release pathway and the serotonergic pathway. Within these pathways it interacts with proteins like secretogranin II and parathyroid hormone (PTH). These interactions modulate neurotransmitter storage and secretion across various systems. CgA's bioactive peptides also contribute to modulating physiological processes like vasoconstriction and insulin regulation linking it closely with these signaling cascades.

Chromogranin A is a known marker for neuroendocrine tumors where its levels in blood may increase due to tumor activity. It links to diseases like pheochromocytoma and carcinoid tumors where improper regulation of CgA-associated pathways occurs. Additionally its connection to parathyroid disorders through the PTH pathway illustrates its broader implication in endocrine pathophysiology. CgA serves as an invaluable diagnostic and prognostic tool in these disease states and supports the development of targeted therapies.

Product protocols

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Target data

Pancreastatin. Strongly inhibits glucose induced insulin release from the pancreas.. Catestatin. Inhibits catecholamine release from chromaffin cells and noradrenergic neurons by acting as a non-competitive nicotinic cholinergic antagonist (PubMed : 15326220). Displays antibacterial activity against Gram-positive bacteria S.aureus and M.luteus, and Gram-negative bacteria E.coli and P.aeruginosa (PubMed : 15723172, PubMed : 24723458). Can induce mast cell migration, degranulation and production of cytokines and chemokines (PubMed : 21214543). Acts as a potent scavenger of free radicals in vitro (PubMed : 24723458). May play a role in the regulation of cardiac function and blood pressure (PubMed : 18541522).. Serpinin. Regulates granule biogenesis in endocrine cells by up-regulating the transcription of protease nexin 1 (SERPINE2) via a cAMP-PKA-SP1 pathway. This leads to inhibition of granule protein degradation in the Golgi complex which in turn promotes granule formation.
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Publications (2)

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Current protocols 4:e1027 PubMed38588063

2024

Impact of Micro- and Nano-Plastics on Human Intestinal Organoid-Derived Epithelium.

Applications

Unspecified application

Species

Unspecified reactive species

Brooke Wang,Lilianne Iglesias-Ledon,Matthew Bishop,Anushka Chadha,Sara E Rudolph,Brooke N Longo,Dana M Cairns,Ying Chen,David L Kaplan

Frontiers in oncology 12:938123 PubMed36172142

2022

Fibroblasts mediate the angiogenesis of pheochromocytoma by increasing COX4I2 expression.

Applications

Unspecified application

Species

Unspecified reactive species

Yongxin Mao,Ran Zhuo,Wenming Ma,Jun Dai,Parehe Alimu,Chen Fang,Danfeng Xu,Lei Ye,Weiqing Wang,Fukang Sun
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