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Rabbit Polyclonal Musashi 1 / Msi1 antibody. Suitable for WB, IHC-P and reacts with Mouse, Human, Rat samples. Cited in 34 publications.


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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Musashi 1 / Msi1 antibody (AB21628), expandable thumbnail
  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Musashi 1 / Msi1 antibody (AB21628), expandable thumbnail
  • Western blot - Anti-Musashi 1 / Msi1 antibody (AB21628), 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
Not recommended
Tested
Tested
Mouse
Not recommended
Tested
Expected
Rat
Not recommended
Expected
Expected

Not recommended
Not recommended

Species
Mouse, Human, Rat
Dilution info
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Notes

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Tested
Tested

Species
Mouse
Dilution info
1 µg/mL
Notes

-

Species
Human
Dilution info
1 µg/mL
Notes

-

Expected
Expected

Species
Rat
Dilution info
1 µg/mL
Notes

-

Tested
Tested

Species
Human
Dilution info
1 µg/mL
Notes

Perform heat-mediated antigen retrieval with citrate buffer pH 6 before commencing with IHC staining protocol.

Expected
Expected

Species
Mouse, Rat
Dilution info
Use at an assay dependent concentration.
Notes

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Target data

Function

RNA binding protein that regulates the expression of target mRNAs at the translation level. Regulates expression of the NOTCH1 antagonist NUMB. Binds RNA containing the sequence 5'-GUUAGUUAGUUAGUU-3' and other sequences containing the pattern 5'-[GA]U(1-3)AGU-3'. May play a role in the proliferation and maintenance of stem cells in the central nervous system (By similarity).

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Rabbit Polyclonal Musashi 1 / Msi1 antibody. Suitable for WB, IHC-P and reacts with Mouse, Human, Rat samples. Cited in 34 publications.

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
Specificity

Several customers have found that this antibody gives good results in rat however in our hands, we cannot obtain positive results. This antibody is therefore no longer covered by our Abpromise guarantee for use in rat.

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

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Supplementary info

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

Musashi 1 also known as Msi1 is an RNA-binding protein with a mass of about 39 kDa. Msi1 is present in high levels in neural tissue and certain stem cells. It works mechanically by recognizing and binding to specific RNA sequences impacting the fate of the mRNA. Musashi 1 regulates the translation and stability of its target mRNA affecting protein synthesis at the post-transcriptional level. Its expression is not limited to neural tissues but is also detected in other tissues where stem or progenitor cells are present.

Biological function summary

In neural stem cells and other tissue types Musashi 1 plays an important role in maintaining stem cell identity. Musashi 1 forms part of a complex that controls the translation of mRNAs involved in cell fate decisions. It acts by repressing or activating the translation of key regulatory proteins that guide stem cell maintenance and differentiation processes. This protein is also involved in cellular proliferation by influencing the translation of mRNAs tied to cell cycle regulation.

Pathways

The function of Musashi 1 lies within critical signaling pathways such as Notch and Wnt. It facilitates these pathways by regulating the translation of downstream effectors which are necessary for cellular communication and differentiation. Musashi 1 associates with proteins like Numb a known Notch signaling inhibitor and β-catenin from the Wnt pathway modulating their effects on cell cycle progression and stem cell fate.

Associated diseases and disorders

Musashi 1’s abnormal expression is often linked to conditions like glioblastoma and colorectal cancer. High levels of Musashi 1 can promote tumor growth due to its role in cell proliferation and differentiation pathways. In glioblastoma its expression relates closely with other oncogenic proteins such as Numb and Notch altering normal regulatory mechanisms. In colorectal cancer Musashi 1’s interaction with β-catenin further drives tumorigenesis highlighting its potential as a target for therapeutic interventions.

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  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Musashi 1 / Msi1 antibody (ab21628), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Musashi 1 / Msi1 antibody (ab21628)

    IHC image of Musashi 1 / Msi1 staining in a section of formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded normal human hippocampus* performed on a Leica BOND™ system using the standard protocol F. The section was pre-treated using heat mediated antigen retrieval with sodium citrate buffer (pH6, epitope retrieval solution 1) for 20mins. The section was then incubated with ab21628, 1μg/ml, for 15 mins at room temperature and detected using an HRP conjugated compact polymer system. DAB was used as the chromogen. The section was then counterstained with haematoxylin and mounted with DPX. The inset secondary-only control image is taken from an identical assay without primary antibody.
    *Tissue obtained from the Human Research Tissue Bank, supported by the NIHR Cambridge Biomedical Research Centre
    For other IHC staining systems (automated and non-automated) customers should optimize variable parameters such as antigen retrieval conditions, primary antibody concentration and antibody incubation times.

  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Musashi 1 / Msi1 antibody (ab21628), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Musashi 1 / Msi1 antibody (ab21628)

    IHC image of Musashi 1 / Msi1 staining in a section of formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded normal human small intestine* performed on a Leica BOND™ system using the standard protocol F. The section was pre-treated using heat mediated antigen retrieval with sodium citrate buffer (pH6, epitope retrieval solution 1) for 20mins. The section was then incubated with ab21628, 1μg/ml, for 15 mins at room temperature and detected using an HRP conjugated compact polymer system. DAB was used as the chromogen. The section was then counterstained with haematoxylin and mounted with DPX. The inset secondary-only control image is taken from an identical assay without primary antibody.
    *Tissue obtained from the Human Research Tissue Bank, supported by the NIHR Cambridge Biomedical Research Centre
    For other IHC staining systems (automated and non-automated) customers should optimize variable parameters such as antigen retrieval conditions, primary antibody concentration and antibody incubation times.

  • Western blot - Anti-Musashi 1 / Msi1 antibody (ab21628), expandable thumbnail

    Western blot - Anti-Musashi 1 / Msi1 antibody (ab21628)

    ab21628 recognized a band corresponding to the expected size of Musashi1/Msi1. The band was blocked using the immunising peptide (ab23870).

    All lanes: Western blot - Anti-Musashi 1 / Msi1 antibody (ab21628) at 1 µg/mL

    Lane 1: SHSY-5Y (Human neuroblastoma cell line) Whole Cell Lysate at 10 µg

    Lane 2: 46C (Mouse neural progenitor, selected for Sox1 expression cell line) Whole Cell Lysate (ab27205) at 10 µg

    Lane 3: E14 Mouse Embryo Brain Tissue Lysate at 10 µg

    Lane 4: E10 Mouse Embryo Brain Tissue Lysate at 10 µg

    Lane 5: SHSY-5Y (Human neuroblastoma cell line) Whole Cell Lysate at 10 µg with Human Musashi 1 / Msi1 peptide (ab23870)

    Lane 6: 46C (Mouse neural progenitor, selected for Sox1 expression cell line) Whole Cell Lysate (ab27205) at 10 µg with Human Musashi 1 / Msi1 peptide (ab23870)

    Lane 7: E14 Mouse Embryo Brain Tissue Lysate at 10 µg with Human Musashi 1 / Msi1 peptide (ab23870)

    Lane 8: E10 Mouse Embryo Brain Tissue Lysate at 10 µg with Human Musashi 1 / Msi1 peptide (ab23870)

    Secondary

    All lanes: Western blot - Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) preadsorbed (Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) preadsorbed ab97080) at 1/5000 dilution

    Predicted band size: 39 kDa

    Observed band size: 34 kDa, 39 kDa

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