Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal MAG/GMA antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for WB and reacts with Human, Mouse, Rat samples.
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![Western blot - Anti-MAG/GMA antibody [EP971Y] - BSA and Azide free (AB247304), expandable thumbnail](https://content.abcam.com/products/images/mag-gma-antibody-ep971y-bsa-and-azide-free-ab247304--western-blot-img428835.jpg/_jcr_content/renditions/webp-475.webp "Western blot - Anti-MAG/GMA antibody [EP971Y] - BSA and Azide free (AB247304)")
Key facts
- Isotype
- IgG
- Host species
- Rabbit
- Storage buffer
pH: 7.2 - 7.4
Constituents: PBS- Form
- Liquid
- Clonality
- Monoclonal
Immunogen
- The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.
Reactivity data
Select an application| ICC/IF | IHC-P | WB | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Human | Not recommended | Not recommended | Tested |
| Mouse | Not recommended | Not recommended | Tested |
| Rat | Not recommended | Not recommended | Tested |
ICC/IF
Not recommendedNot recommended
| Species | Dilution info | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Species Human, Mouse, Rat | Dilution info - | Notes - |
IHC-P
Not recommendedNot recommended
| Species | Dilution info | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Species Human, Mouse, Rat | Dilution info - | Notes - |
WB
TestedTested
| Species | Dilution info | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Species Human, Mouse, Rat | Dilution info - | Notes - |
Target data
Function
Adhesion molecule that mediates interactions between myelinating cells and neurons by binding to neuronal sialic acid-containing gangliosides and to the glycoproteins RTN4R and RTN4RL2 (By similarity). Not required for initial myelination, but seems to play a role in the maintenance of normal axon myelination. Protects motoneurons against apoptosis, also after injury; protection against apoptosis is probably mediated via interaction with neuronal RTN4R and RTN4RL2. Required to prevent degeneration of myelinated axons in adults; this probably depends on binding to gangliosides on the axon cell membrane (By similarity). Negative regulator of neurite outgrowth; in dorsal root ganglion neurons the inhibition is mediated primarily via binding to neuronal RTN4R or RTN4RL2 and to a lesser degree via binding to neuronal gangliosides. In cerebellar granule cells the inhibition is mediated primarily via binding to neuronal gangliosides. In sensory neurons, inhibition of neurite extension depends only partially on RTN4R, RTN4RL2 and gangliosides. Inhibits axon longitudinal growth (By similarity). Inhibits axon outgrowth by binding to RTN4R (By similarity). Preferentially binds to alpha-2,3-linked sialic acid. Binds ganglioside Gt1b (By similarity).
Alternative names
GMA, MAG, Myelin-associated glycoprotein, Siglec-4a
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Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal MAG/GMA antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for WB and reacts with Human, Mouse, Rat samples.
Key facts
- Isotype
- IgG
- Host species
- Rabbit
- Storage buffer
pH: 7.2 - 7.4
Constituents: PBS- Form
- Liquid
- Clonality
- Monoclonal
- Immunogen
- The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.
- Carrier free
- Yes
- Clone number
- EP971Y
- Purification technique
- Affinity purification Protein A
- Concentration
Storage
- Shipped at conditions
- Blue Ice
- Appropriate short-term storage conditions
- +4°C
- Appropriate long-term storage conditions
- +4°C
- Storage information
- Do Not Freeze
Notes
ab247304 is the carrier-free version of Anti-MAG/GMA antibody [EP971Y] ab46803.
Our RabMAb® technology is a patented hybridoma-based technology for making rabbit monoclonal antibodies. For details on our patents, please refer to RabMAb® patents.
This product is a recombinant monoclonal antibody, which offers several advantages including:
- - High batch-to-batch consistency and reproducibility
- - Improved sensitivity and specificity
- - Long-term security of supply
- - Animal-free batch production
For more information, read more on recombinant antibodies.
Our carrier-free antibodies are typically supplied in a PBS-only formulation, purified and free of BSA, sodium azide and glycerol. The carrier-free buffer and high concentration allow for increased conjugation efficiency.
This conjugation-ready format is designed for use with fluorochromes, metal isotopes, oligonucleotides, and enzymes, which makes them ideal for antibody labelling, functional and cell-based assays, flow-based assays (e.g. mass cytometry) and Multiplex Imaging applications.
Use our conjugation kits for antibody conjugates that are ready-to-use in as little as 20 minutes with 1 minute hands-on-time and 100% antibody recovery: available for fluorescent dyes, HRP, biotin and gold.
This product is compatible with the Maxpar® Antibody Labeling Kit from Fluidigm, without the need for antibody preparation. Maxpar® is a trademark of Fluidigm Canada Inc.
Supplementary info
- This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
- Activity summary
MAG (Myelin-Associated Glycoprotein) sometimes referred to as 'MAG protein' 'MAG RAT' or 'MAG/GMA' weighs approximately 100 kDa. This protein is prominently expressed in the central and peripheral nervous systems. MAG localizes to the periaxonal region of myelinated axons making it essential for proper neuronal function. It plays an important role in maintaining the stability and structure of myelin sheaths which are important for the efficient transmission of nerve impulses.
- Biological function summary
This protein acts as an adhesion molecule that contributes to the myelination process. It exists as part of a molecular complex that interacts with other oligodendrocyte and Schwann cell proteins. This interaction is important for nerve regeneration and the expansion of the myelin sheath during development and repair. MAG also assists in signaling between axons and glial cells improving cellular communication and myelin integrity.
- Pathways
MAG significantly impacts pathways such as the Nogo receptor which is associated with inhibiting axonal growth and regeneration. MAG interacts with the NOGO protein and other members of the Nogo receptor signaling pathway where it functions to regulate neuronal growth and regeneration. Furthermore MAG's interplay with NOGO receptor components contributes to limiting excessive sprouting of axons balancing growth and stability of the nervous system.
- Associated diseases and disorders
MAG is notably linked to neuropathies and multiple sclerosis. In neuropathies abnormal MAG expression can disrupt nerve conduction and lead to demyelinating conditions. Multiple sclerosis sees extensive involvement of MAG where its malfunction or reduced expression associates with the failure of remyelination processes. Additionally MAG's connection with proteins such as NOGO and other myelin-associated inhibitors implicates its role in the pathology of these disorders offering potential targets for therapeutic interventions.
Product promise
Tested
We have tested this species and application combination and it works. It is covered by our product promise.
Expected
We have not tested this specific species and application combination in-house, but expect it will work. It is covered by our product promise.
Predicted
This species and application combination has not been tested, but we predict it will work based on strong homology. However, this combination is not covered by our product promise.
Not recommended
We do not recommend this combination. It is not covered by our product promise.
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![Western blot - Anti-MAG/GMA antibody [EP971Y] - BSA and Azide free (ab247304), expandable thumbnail](https://content.abcam.com/products/images/mag-gma-antibody-ep971y-bsa-and-azide-free-ab247304--western-blot-img428835.jpg "Western blot - Anti-MAG/GMA antibody [EP971Y] - BSA and Azide free (ab247304)")
Western blot - Anti-MAG/GMA antibody [EP971Y] - BSA and Azide free (ab247304)
This data was developed using Anti-MAG/GMA antibody [EP971Y] ab46803, the same antibody clone in a different buffer formulation.
Blocking and diluting dilution: 5% NFDM/TBST
Exposure time:
Lane1: 180 seconds
Lane2: 80 seconds
Lane3: 60 secondsAll lanes: Western blot - Anti-MAG/GMA antibody [EP971Y] (Anti-MAG/GMA antibody [EP971Y] ab46803) at 1/10000 dilution
Lane 1: Human brain lysate at 15 µg
Lane 2: Mouse brain lysate at 15 µg
Lane 3: Rat brain lysate at 15 µg
SecondaryAll lanes: Western blot - Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) (Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) ab97051) at 1/20000 dilution
Predicted band size: 69 kDa
Observed band size: 100 kDa
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