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AB204996

Anti-GNAS antibody [2A2B7]

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Mouse Monoclonal GNAS antibody. Suitable for Flow Cyt, WB, IHC-P and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 2 publications.

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GNAS1, GSP, GNAS, Guanine nucleotide-binding protein G(s) subunit alpha isoforms short, Adenylate cyclase-stimulating G alpha protein

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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-GNAS antibody [2A2B7] (AB204996)
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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-GNAS antibody [2A2B7] (AB204996)

Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded section) analysis of Human breast cancer tissue labeling G protein alpha with ab204996 at a 1/200 dilution. DAB staining used.

Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-GNAS antibody [2A2B7] (AB204996)
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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-GNAS antibody [2A2B7] (AB204996)

Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded section) analysis of Human lung cancer tissue labeling G protein alpha with ab204996 at a 1/200 dilution. DAB staining used.

Flow Cytometry - Anti-GNAS antibody [2A2B7] (AB204996)
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Flow Cytometry - Anti-GNAS antibody [2A2B7] (AB204996)

Flow cytometric analysis of A549 cells labelling Human G protein alpha with ab204996 (green) at a 1/200 dilution and negative control (red).

Western blot - Anti-GNAS antibody [2A2B7] (AB204996)
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Western blot - Anti-GNAS antibody [2A2B7] (AB204996)

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Western blot - Anti-GNAS antibody [2A2B7] (ab204996) at 1/500 dilution

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HEK293 whole cell lysate

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G protein alpha (aa42-188)-hIgGFc transfected HEK293 whole cell lysate

Predicted band size: 46 kDa

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Western blot - Anti-GNAS antibody [2A2B7] (AB204996)
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Western blot - Anti-GNAS antibody [2A2B7] (AB204996)

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Western blot - Anti-GNAS antibody [2A2B7] (ab204996) at 1/500 dilution

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Human G protein alpha (aa42-188) recombinant protein

Predicted band size: 46 kDa

Observed band size: 42.8 kDa

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Key facts

Host species

Mouse

Clonality

Monoclonal

Clone number

2A2B7

Isotype

IgG2a

Carrier free

No

Reacts with

Human

Applications

IHC-P, Flow Cyt, WB

applications

Immunogen

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

Reactivity data

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Properties and storage information

Form
Liquid
Purification technique
Affinity purification Protein G
Purification notes
Purified from tissue culture supernatant.
Storage buffer
Preservative: 0.05% 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

Supplementary information

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

The GNAS protein also known as GNAS complex locus or guanine nucleotide-binding protein G(s) subunit alpha (Gαs) is a highly versatile target in cellular signaling. It has a molecular mass of approximately 45 kDa. Widely expressed across various tissues including those in the brain kidneys and endocrine glands GNAS protein plays an important role in transmitting signals from receptors on cell surfaces to effector systems inside cells.
Biological function summary

GNAS protein mediates the action of hormones and neurotransmitters by activating the cyclic AMP (cAMP) signaling pathway. It forms part of the G protein complex specifically the G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) where it acts as the alpha subunit interacting with beta and gamma subunits. This interaction facilitates the conversion of GDP to GTP leading to downstream activation of adenylate cyclase which increases intracellular cAMP levels and triggers various cellular responses.

Pathways

GNAS protein is pivotal in the cAMP signaling pathway and the MAPK/ERK pathway. Within these pathways it works closely with adenylate cyclase enzymes which further influence numerous physiological processes such as metabolism and cell growth. The protein’s activity also interlinks with other G proteins contributing to a wide range of cellular reactions and feedback mechanisms.

Mutations or dysregulation of the GNAS gene are associated with McCune-Albright syndrome and pseudohypoparathyroidism type 1a. McCune-Albright syndrome arises from somatic mutations in the GNAS gene that result in constitutively active Gαs protein leading to abnormal cellular proliferation. In pseudohypoparathyroidism the loss of GNAS protein function disrupts normal hormonal signaling causing resistance to parathyroid hormone (PTH) which impacts calcium and phosphate regulation in the body. The involvement of GNAS protein in these conditions highlights its key role in signal transduction and endocrine regulation.

Product protocols

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Target data

Guanine nucleotide-binding proteins (G proteins) function as transducers in numerous signaling pathways controlled by G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) (PubMed : 12391161, PubMed : 17110384, PubMed : 21488135, PubMed : 26206488, PubMed : 8702665, PubMed : 10200251). The alpha chain contains the guanine nucleotide binding site and alternates between an active, GTP-bound state and an inactive, GDP-bound state (PubMed : 12391161, PubMed : 17110384, PubMed : 10200251). Signaling by an activated GPCR promotes GDP release and GTP binding (PubMed : 12391161, PubMed : 17110384, PubMed : 10200251). The alpha subunit has a low GTPase activity that converts bound GTP to GDP, thereby terminating the signal (PubMed : 12391161, PubMed : 17110384, PubMed : 10200251). Both GDP release and GTP hydrolysis are modulated by numerous regulatory proteins (PubMed : 12391161, PubMed : 17110384, PubMed : 10200251). Signaling involves the activation of adenylyl cyclases, resulting in increased levels of the signaling molecule cAMP (PubMed : 17110384, PubMed : 26206488, PubMed : 26206488, PubMed : 8702665). Functions downstream of beta-adrenergic receptors (PubMed : 21488135). Stimulates the Ras signaling pathway via RAPGEF2 (PubMed : 12391161).
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Publications (2)

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Frontiers in immunology 16:1577781 PubMed40534859

2025

Integrated machine learning and single-cell analysis reveal the prognostic and therapeutic potential of SUMOylation-related genes in ovarian cancer.

Applications

Unspecified application

Species

Unspecified reactive species

Zhengrong Deng,Yicong Xu,Peidong Zhang,Yixiang Peng,Jiaxing Tan,Zihang Chen,Yimei Ma

Annals of hepatology 29:101532 PubMed39048057

2024

A novel role of AIM2 inflammasome-mediated pyroptosis in radiofrequency ablation of hepatocellular carcinoma.

Applications

Unspecified application

Species

Unspecified reactive species

Feifan He,Zhongming He,Caoye Wang
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