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Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal MCT 8 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for IP, Flow Cyt (Intra), ICC/IF, IHC-Fr, IHC-P, WB and reacts with Rat, Mouse, Human samples.

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Western blot - Anti-MCT8 antibody [EPR26257-174] (BSA and Azide free) (AB302707), expandable thumbnail
  • Immunohistochemistry (Frozen sections) - Anti-MCT8 antibody [EPR26257-174] (BSA and Azide free) (AB302707), expandable thumbnail
  • Immunohistochemistry (Frozen sections) - Anti-MCT8 antibody [EPR26257-174] (BSA and Azide free) (AB302707), expandable thumbnail
  • Flow Cytometry (Intracellular) - Anti-MCT8 antibody [EPR26257-174] (BSA and Azide free) (AB302707), expandable thumbnail
  • Immunohistochemistry (Frozen sections) - Anti-MCT8 antibody [EPR26257-174] (BSA and Azide free) (AB302707), expandable thumbnail

Key facts

Isotype
IgG
Host species
Rabbit
Storage buffer

pH: 7.2 - 7.4
Constituents: 100% PBS

Form
Liquid
Clonality
Monoclonal

Immunogen

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

Reactivity data

Select an application
Product promiseTestedExpectedPredictedNot recommended
IPFlow Cyt (Intra)ICC/IFIHC-FrIHC-PWB
Human
Expected
Expected
Expected
Expected
Tested
Not recommended
Mouse
Tested
Tested
Tested
Tested
Tested
Tested
Rat
Tested
Tested
Tested
Tested
Tested
Tested

Tested
Tested

Species
Rat, Mouse
Dilution info
-
Notes

-

Expected
Expected

Species
Human
Dilution info
Use at an assay dependent concentration.
Notes

-

Tested
Tested

Species
Rat, Mouse
Dilution info
-
Notes

-

Expected
Expected

Species
Human
Dilution info
Use at an assay dependent concentration.
Notes

-

Tested
Tested

Species
Rat, Mouse
Dilution info
-
Notes

-

Expected
Expected

Species
Human
Dilution info
Use at an assay dependent concentration.
Notes

-

Tested
Tested

Species
Rat, Mouse
Dilution info
-
Notes

-

Expected
Expected

Species
Human
Dilution info
Use at an assay dependent concentration.
Notes

-

Tested
Tested

Species
Mouse
Dilution info
-
Notes

Perform heat-mediated antigen retrieval with Tris/EDTA buffer pH 9.0 before commencing with IHC staining protocol.

Species
Rat
Dilution info
-
Notes

Perform heat-mediated antigen retrieval with Tris/EDTA buffer pH 9.0 before commencing with IHC staining protocol.

Species
Human
Dilution info
-
Notes

Perform heat-mediated antigen retrieval with Tris/EDTA buffer pH 9.0 before commencing with IHC staining protocol.

Tested
Tested

Species
Rat, Mouse
Dilution info
-
Notes

-

Not recommended
Not recommended

Species
Human
Dilution info
-
Notes

-

Target data

Function

Specific thyroid hormone transmembrane transporter, that mediates both uptake and efflux of thyroid hormones across the cell membrane independently of pH or a Na(+) gradient. Major substrates are the iodothyronines T3 and T4 and to a lesser extent rT3 and 3,3-diiodothyronine (3,3'-T2) (PubMed:16887882, PubMed:18337592, PubMed:20628049, PubMed:23550058, PubMed:26426690, PubMed:27805744, PubMed:31436139). Acts as an important mediator of thyroid hormone transport, especially T3, through the blood-brain barrier (Probable) (PubMed:28526555).

Alternative names

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Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal MCT 8 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for IP, Flow Cyt (Intra), ICC/IF, IHC-Fr, IHC-P, WB and reacts with Rat, Mouse, Human samples.

Key facts

Isotype
IgG
Form
Liquid
Clonality
Monoclonal
Immunogen
  • The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.
Carrier free
Yes
Clone number
EPR26257-174
Purification technique
Affinity purification Protein A
Concentration
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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

This antibody clone is manufactured by Abcam. If you require a custom buffer formulation or conjugation for your experiments, please contact orders@abcam.com

Our RabMAb® technology is a patented hybridoma-based technology for making rabbit monoclonal antibodies. For details on our patents, please refer to RabMAb® patents.

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 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.

Supplementary info

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

MCT 8 also known as monocarboxylate transporter 8 is a protein important for transporting thyroid hormones across cell membranes. This transporter has a mass of approximately 61 kDa. MCT 8 is widely expressed in various tissues including the brain liver and kidneys with a significant presence in neurons. This transporter plays an important mechanical role in hormone regulation by facilitating the cellular uptake and efflux of triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4) critical components for proper cellular function.

Biological function summary

MCT 8 serves a significant role in maintaining normal thyroid hormone levels within cells affecting development and metabolism. It does not act alone but operates as part of a cooperative network with other transporters and receptors to ensure precise hormonal balance. Its activity impacts processes like energy generation and usage as well as nervous system development. MCT 8's ability to mediate hormone access to target tissues highlights its importance in these biological processes.

Pathways

MCT 8 is intricately involved in the thyroid hormone signaling pathway. This pathway influences diverse metabolic and developmental outcomes. MCT 8 works closely with other proteins such as thyroid hormone receptor alpha (THRA) that also bind and respond to thyroid hormones. The synchronization between MCT 8 and these proteins ensures effective communication and function within the hormonal axis impacting metabolic regulation and growth.

Associated diseases and disorders

MCT 8 mutations connect strongly to Allan-Herndon-Dudley syndrome a rare neurodevelopmental disorder. This condition arises from disrupted thyroid hormone transport leading to developmental and cognitive deficiencies. Patients typically exhibit reduced T3 levels in the brain. In this context MCT 8's relationship with proteins like THRA reveals how perturbations in hormone transport can cascade into broader physiological abnormalities.

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