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Rabbit Polyclonal K31 antibody. Suitable for WB, ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human KRT31 aa 150-400.

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Western blot - Anti-K31 antibody (AB111730), expandable thumbnail
  • Immunocytochemistry/ Immunofluorescence - Anti-K31 antibody (AB111730), expandable thumbnail

Key facts

Isotype
IgG
Host species
Rabbit
Storage buffer

pH: 7
Preservative: 0.01% Thimerosal (merthiolate)
Constituents: 20% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 1.21% Tris, 0.75% Glycine

Form
Liquid
Clonality
Polyclonal

Immunogen

  • Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human KRT31 aa 150-400. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information. Database link Q15323

Reactivity data

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WBICC/IF
Human
Tested
Tested
Mouse
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Predicted

Tested
Tested

Species
Human
Dilution info
1/1000.00000 - 1/10000.00000
Notes

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Predicted

Species
Mouse
Dilution info
-
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Tested
Tested

Species
Human
Dilution info
1/100.00000 - 1/500.00000
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-

Predicted
Predicted

Species
Mouse
Dilution info
-
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Rabbit Polyclonal K31 antibody. Suitable for WB, ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human KRT31 aa 150-400.

Key facts

Isotype
IgG
Form
Liquid
Clonality
Polyclonal
Immunogen
  • Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human KRT31 aa 150-400. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information. Database link Q15323
Purification technique
Affinity purification Immunogen
Concentration
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Storage

Shipped at conditions
Blue Ice
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 info

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

K31 also known as keratin 31 or KRT31 is a type I hair keratin protein. It is an essential component of the inner root sheath of hair follicles. K31 has a molecular mass of approximately 44 kDa and is selectively expressed in hair follicle cells especially in the medulla and cortex of human hair. As part of the keratin family K31 plays a role in the cytoskeleton providing structure and support to epithelial cells.

Biological function summary

Keratin 31 participates in the formation of the hair shaft and influences hair texture and integrity. It interacts with other keratin proteins forming heterodimer complexes with type II keratins such as K81 and K82 to provide mechanical stability to hair fibers. This interaction is integral for maintaining the structural integrity of hair throughout the growth cycle. The expression of K31 and its partner proteins indicates its critical role in hair fiber development and cohesion.

Pathways

Keratin 31 functions within the trichocyte keratinization pathway which is vital for hair growth and differentiation. It collaborates with other hair keratins contributing significantly to the assembly of intermediate filaments. The Wnt signaling pathway indirectly influences K31 expression by regulating keratinocyte differentiation linking K31 to other proteins such as beta-catenin. These interactions highlight the importance of K31 in hair biology.

Associated diseases and disorders

Keratin 31 mutations or dysregulation have been connected to monilethrix a genetic hair disorder characterized by beaded hair and fragility. This condition involves abnormal keratinocyte biology highlighting K31’s association with hair structural stability issues. Furthermore altered expression of K31 is noted in certain cases of alopecia areata a condition that causes hair loss and involves an autoimmune reaction targeting hair follicles. Understanding K31’s role aids in developing treatments for these hair-related disorders.

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2 product images

  • Western blot - Anti-K31 antibody (ab111730), expandable thumbnail

    Western blot - Anti-K31 antibody (ab111730)

    10% SDS PAGE

    All lanes: Western blot - Anti-K31 antibody (ab111730) at 1/5000 dilution

    All lanes: HeLa whole cell lysate at 30 µg

    Predicted band size: 47 kDa

  • Immunocytochemistry/ Immunofluorescence - Anti-K31 antibody (ab111730), expandable thumbnail

    Immunocytochemistry/ Immunofluorescence - Anti-K31 antibody (ab111730)

    Immunofluorescence analysis of K31 in methanol-fixed HeLa cells, using ab111730 at a 1/200 dilution. The lower image shows the cells counter stained with Hoechst 33342.

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