AB188986

Anti-Ghrelin Receptor/GHS-R antibody

Name: Anti-Ghrelin Receptor/GHS-R antibody (ab188986) | Abcam
Brand: Abcam Limited
SKU: AB188986
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Rabbit Polyclonal Ghrelin Receptor/GHS-R antibody. Suitable for IHC-P and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 1 publication. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human Growth hormone secretagogue receptor type 1.

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Growth hormone secretagogue receptor type 1, GHS-R, GH-releasing peptide receptor, Ghrelin receptor, GHRP, GHSR

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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Ghrelin Receptor/GHS-R antibody (AB188986)

IHC-P

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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Ghrelin Receptor/GHS-R antibody (AB188986)

Immunohistochemical analysis of formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded Human skin (hair follicle) tissue labeling Ghrelin Receptor/GHS-R with ab188986 at 3 μg/ml.

Key facts

Host species

Rabbit

Clonality

Polyclonal

Isotype

IgG

Carrier free

Reacts with

Human

Applications

IHC-P

applications

Immunogen

Synthetic Peptide within Human Growth hormone secretagogue receptor type 1. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.

Q92847

Specificity

BLAST analysis of the peptide immunogen showed no homology with other human proteins.

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Reactivity data

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Properties and storage information

Form

Liquid

Purification technique

Affinity purification Immunogen

Storage buffer

pH: 7.4 Preservative: 0.1% Sodium azide Constituents: PBS

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

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Supplementary information

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

The Ghrelin Receptor also known as GHS-R or GHSR is a G protein-coupled receptor responsible for binding ghrelin the hunger hormone which is a ligand composed of ghrelin peptides. The receptor weighing approximately 44 kDa exhibits a chemical structure typical for G-protein-coupled receptors which enables signal transduction across cell membranes. The receptor is expressed extensively in the hypothalamus pituitary gland and other peripheral tissues including heart and adipose tissue indicating its widespread role in energy homeostasis.

Biological function summary

This target modulates several physiological processes. It notably has a significant influence on appetite regulation and energy balance reflecting its function as part of the larger neuroendocrine system. The Ghrelin Receptor does not form a larger protein complex but interacts directly with ghrelin analogues to mediate its effects. This interaction plays a critical role in stimulating growth hormone release influencing metabolic processes.

Pathways

The Ghrelin Receptor is integral to the growth hormone secretagogue pathway where it interacts closely with the growth hormone-releasing hormone receptor (GHRHR). This pathway exemplifies the receptor’s role in energy metabolism and regulation of body composition. In addition to this the receptor is involved in neuroendocrine signaling pathways impacting appetite and feeding behaviors by signaling to orexigenic neurons in the arcuate nucleus of the hypothalamus.

Research indicates that dysregulation of Ghrelin Receptor activity is linked to obesity and metabolic syndromes. Alterations in ghrelin signaling can lead to abnormal energy balance and fat storage. Moreover the receptor is associated with conditions like Prader-Willi Syndrome where ghrelin levels commonly increase exacerbating feeding behaviors. The Ghrelin Receptor's relationship with the growth hormone and its dynamic interaction with GHRHR also highlight its broader relevance in metabolic and growth-related disorders.

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Target data

Receptor for ghrelin, coupled to G-alpha-11 proteins. Stimulates growth hormone secretion. Binds also other growth hormone releasing peptides (GHRP) (e.g. Met-enkephalin and GHRP-6) as well as non-peptide, low molecular weight secretagogues (e.g. L-692,429, MK-0677, adenosine).

See full target information Growth hormone secretagogue receptor type 1

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Publications (1)

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Clinical & translational oncology : official publi 21:1240-1249 PubMed30712233

2019

Differential expression of S1P receptor subtypes in human bladder transitional cell carcinoma.

Applications

Unspecified application

Species

Unspecified reactive species

A Palangi,N Shakhssalim,M Parvin,S Bayat,A Allameh

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Anti-Ghrelin Receptor/GHS-R antibody

Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Ghrelin Receptor/GHS-R antibody (AB188986)

Key facts

Host species

Clonality

Isotype

Carrier free

Reacts with

Applications

Immunogen

Specificity

Reactivity data

Properties and storage information

Form

Purification technique

Storage buffer

Shipped at conditions

Appropriate short-term storage duration

Appropriate short-term storage conditions

Appropriate long-term storage conditions

Aliquoting information

Storage information

Supplementary information

Biological function summary

Pathways

Product protocols

Target data

Publications (1)

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