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Anti-IRF5 antibody (ab21689) is a rabbit polyclonal antibody detecting IRF5 in Western Blot. Suitable for Human, Mouse, Rat.



- Over 20 publications

- Trusted since 2005



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  • Western blot - Anti-IRF5 antibody (AB21689), expandable thumbnail
  • Western blot - Anti-IRF5 antibody (AB21689), expandable thumbnail

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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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Human
Tested
Not recommended
Mouse
Tested
Not recommended
Rat
Tested
Not recommended
Cow
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Not recommended

Tested
Tested

Species
Mouse
Dilution info
1 µg/mL
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Species
Rat
Dilution info
1 µg/mL
Notes

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Species
Human
Dilution info
1 µg/mL
Notes

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Predicted

Species
Cow
Dilution info
-
Notes

-

Not recommended
Not recommended

Species
Mouse, Rat, Human, Cow
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Function

Transcription factor that plays a critical role in innate immunity by activating expression of type I interferon (IFN) IFNA and INFB and inflammatory cytokines downstream of endolysosomal toll-like receptors TLR7, TLR8 and TLR9 (PubMed:11303025, PubMed:15695821, PubMed:22412986, PubMed:25326418, PubMed:32433612). Regulates the transcription of type I IFN genes (IFN-alpha and IFN-beta) and IFN-stimulated genes (ISG) by binding to an interferon-stimulated response element (ISRE) in their promoters (By similarity). Can efficiently activate both the IFN-beta (IFNB) and the IFN-alpha (IFNA) genes and mediate their induction downstream of the TLR-activated, MyD88-dependent pathway (By similarity). Key transcription factor regulating the IFN response during SARS-CoV-2 infection (PubMed:33440148).

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Anti-IRF5 antibody (ab21689) is a rabbit polyclonal antibody detecting IRF5 in Western Blot. Suitable for Human, Mouse, Rat.



- Over 20 publications

- Trusted since 2005


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
Concentration
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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

What is this antibody validated in?


Anti-IRF5 antibody (ab21689) is a rabbit polyclonal antibody and is validated for use in Western Blot (WB) in Human, Mouse, Rat samples.

What is the molecular weight of IRF5?


Anti-IRF5 (ab21689) specifically detects a band for IRF5 (UniProt: Q13568) at a molecular weight of 58kDa.

Trusted by the scientific community


Anti-IRF5 (ab21689) was first used in a scientific publication in 2005 and has been cited over 20 times in peer-reviewed journals.

Supplementary info

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

IRF5 or Interferon Regulatory Factor 5 is a member of the IRF family of transcription factors. This protein weighs approximately 56 kDa and is expressed in cells of the immune system including B cells dendritic cells and macrophages. IRF5 plays an important role in regulating the transcription of interferon-stimulated genes following a viral infection. It acts by binding to specific DNA sequences initiating transcription processes that are important for the antiviral response.

Biological function summary

IRF5 influences the immune response through the regulation of cytokine production. It activates genes involved in producing pro-inflammatory cytokines such as TNF-α and IL-6 which are important for clearing viral infections and activating immune cells. IRF5 does not usually form part of a protein complex but it interacts closely with TRAF6 and MyD88 for its activation. Its pivotal role in cytokine production highlights its importance in controlling inflammation.

Pathways

IRF5 is an important component of the Toll-like receptor (TLR) signaling pathway and plays a role in the MyD88-dependent pathway. In this context IRF5 gets activated by TLRs interacting with MyD88 and TAK1 to enhance the transcription of important genes for immune response. It is also closely connected to the IRF3 protein which shares similar activation pathways and can similarly initiate an antiviral state.

Associated diseases and disorders

Defects or dysregulation in IRF5 function are linked to autoimmune diseases such as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and rheumatoid arthritis. In SLE IRF5 influences autoantibody production contributing to disease development. It works alongside other regulatory proteins involved in autoimmunity including IFN-α and STAT4 which also play significant roles in modulating immune responses. Understanding IRF5's role in these conditions could present new opportunities for therapeutic interventions using IRF5 inhibitors.

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  • Western blot - Anti-IRF5 antibody (ab21689), expandable thumbnail

    Western blot - Anti-IRF5 antibody (ab21689)

    This blot was produced using a 4-12% Bis-tris gel under the MOPS buffer system. The gel was run at 200V for 50 minutes before being transferred onto a Nitrocellulose membrane at 30V for 70 minutes. The membrane was then blocked for an hour using 2% Bovine Serum Albumin before being incubated with ab21689 overnight at 4°C. Antibody binding was detected using an anti-rabbit antibody conjugated to HRP, and visualised using ECL development solution ECL Substrate Kit (High Sensitivity) ab133406.

    All lanes: Western blot - Anti-IRF5 antibody (ab21689) at 1 µg/mL

    Lane 1: HeLa Whole Cell Lysate at 20 µg

    Lane 2: Mouse Liver Tissue Lysate at 10 µg

    Lane 3: Mouse Kidney Tissue Lysate at 10 µg

    Lane 4: Rat Liver Tissue Lysate at 10 µg

    Secondary

    All lanes: Peroxidase AffiniPure Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG (H+L) at 1/50000 dilution

    Developed using the ECL technique.

    Performed under reducing conditions.

    Predicted band size: 56 kDa

    Observed band size: 25 kDa, 60 kDa, 85 kDa

    Exposure time: 8min

  • Western blot - Anti-IRF5 antibody (ab21689), expandable thumbnail

    Western blot - Anti-IRF5 antibody (ab21689)

    All lanes: Western blot - Anti-IRF5 antibody (ab21689) at 1 µg/mL

    Lane 1: HeLa whole cell lysate at 20 µg

    Lane 2: HeLa whole cell lysate at 20 µg with Human IRF5 peptide (ab22411)

    Secondary

    All lanes: Alexa Fluor Goat polyclonal to IgG (700) at 1/10000 dilution

    Predicted band size: 56 kDa

    Observed band size: 60 kDa

  • Western blot - Anti-IRF5 antibody (ab21689), expandable thumbnail

    Western blot - Anti-IRF5 antibody (ab21689)

    All lanes: Western blot - Anti-IRF5 antibody (ab21689) at 1 µg/mL

    Lane 1: Liver (Mouse) Tissue Lysate - normal tissue at 10 µg

    Lane 2: Kidney (Mouse) Tissue Lysate at 10 µg

    Lane 3: Liver (Rat) Tissue Lysate at 10 µg

    Secondary

    All lanes: IRDye 680 Conjugated Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG (H+L) at 1/10000 dilution

    Performed under reducing conditions.

    Predicted band size: 56 kDa

    Observed band size: 60 kDa

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