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AB104225

Anti-NeuN antibody - Neuronal Marker

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Anti-NeuN antibody - Neuronal Marker (ab104225) is a rabbit polyclonal antibody detecting NeuN in Western Blot, IHC-P, IHC-Fr. Suitable for Human, Mouse, Rat.

- Over 250 publications

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RNA binding protein fox-1 homolog 3, Fox-1 homolog C, Neuronal nuclei antigen, NeuN antigen, RBFOX3

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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-NeuN antibody - Neuronal Marker (AB104225)
  • IHC-P

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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-NeuN antibody - Neuronal Marker (AB104225)

Immunohistochemical analysis of paraformaldehyde fixed frozen section Rat hippocampus tissue labeling NeuN with ab104225 at 1/1000 dilution.

Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-NeuN antibody - Neuronal Marker (AB104225)
  • IHC-P

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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-NeuN antibody - Neuronal Marker (AB104225)

IHC image of NeuN staining in human cerebellum formalin fixed paraffin embedded tissue section, 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 20 mins. The section was then incubated with ab104225, 1in500 dilution, 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.

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-NeuN antibody - Neuronal Marker (AB104225)
  • IHC-P

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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-NeuN antibody - Neuronal Marker (AB104225)

IHC image of NeuN staining in rat cerebellum formalin fixed paraffin embedded tissue section, 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 20 mins. The section was then incubated with ab104225, 1in500 dilution, 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.

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 - Free Floating - Anti-NeuN antibody - Neuronal Marker (AB104225)
  • IHC-FrFl

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Immunohistochemistry - Free Floating - Anti-NeuN antibody - Neuronal Marker (AB104225)

Immunofluorescent analysis of a section of adult mouse cerebellum stained with ab104225 at a dilution 1 : 5,000 in red, co-stained with chicken pAb to GFAP, dilution 1 : 5,000, in green.

Following transcardial perfusion of mouse with 4% paraformaldehyde, brain was post fixed for 24 hours, cut to 45 μM, and free-floating sections. ab104225 stains the nuclei of neurons in the cerebellar granule layer. The GFAP antibody stains the processes of Bergmann glia in the molecular layer and astroglia in the granule and white matter layers.

Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-NeuN antibody - Neuronal Marker (AB104225)
  • IHC-P

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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-NeuN antibody - Neuronal Marker (AB104225)

IHC-P image of FOX3/NeuN staining using rat DRG using ab104225 (1 : 500). The sections were subjected to heat mediated antigen retrieval using citric acid pH 6. The sections were blocked using 1% BSA for 10 mins at 21°C. ab104225 was incubated for 2 hours at 21°C. The secondary antibody used was Goat polyclonal to Rabbit IgG conjugated to biotin (1 : 200).

This image is courtesy of an abreview submitted by Carl Hobbs, King's College London, United Kingdom

Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-NeuN antibody - Neuronal Marker (AB104225)
  • IHC-P

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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-NeuN antibody - Neuronal Marker (AB104225)

IHC-P image of FOX3/NeuN staining using mouse DRG using ab104225 (1 : 500). The sections were subjected to heat mediated antigen retrieval using citric acid pH 6. The sections were blocked using 1% BSA for 10 mins at 21°C. ab104225 was incubated for 2 hours at 21°C. The secondary antibody used was Goat polyclonal to Rabbit IgG conjugated to biotin (1 : 200).

This image is courtesy of an abreview submitted by Carl Hobbs, King's College London, United Kingdom

Immunohistochemistry (PFA perfusion fixed frozen sections) - Anti-NeuN antibody - Neuronal Marker (AB104225)
  • IHC-FoFr

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Immunohistochemistry (PFA perfusion fixed frozen sections) - Anti-NeuN antibody - Neuronal Marker (AB104225)

ab104225 at 1/1000 dilution, staining FOX3 (red) in rat brain cortex and counterstained for DNA in blue.

Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-NeuN antibody - Neuronal Marker (AB104225)
  • IHC-P

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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-NeuN antibody - Neuronal Marker (AB104225)

IHC image of NeuN staining in mouse cerebellum formalin fixed paraffin embedded tissue section, performed on a Leica Bond™ system using the standard protocol B. The section was pre-treated using heat mediated antigen retrieval with sodium citrate buffer (pH6, epitope retrieval solution 1) for 20 mins. The section was then incubated with ab104225, 1in500 dilution, for 15 mins at room temperature. A goat anti-rabbit biotinylated secondary antibody was used to detect the primary, and visualized using an HRP conjugated ABC system. DAB was used as the chromogen. The section was then counterstained with haematoxylin and mounted with DPX.

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-NeuN antibody - Neuronal Marker (AB104225)
  • WB

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Western blot - Anti-NeuN antibody - Neuronal Marker (AB104225)

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Western blot - Anti-NeuN antibody - Neuronal Marker (ab104225) at 1/1000 dilution

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Mouse whole brain lysate

Lane 3:

Rat whole brain lysate

Predicted band size: 34 kDa

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Key facts

Host species

Rabbit

Clonality

Polyclonal

Isotype

IgG

Carrier free

No

Reacts with

Mouse, Rat, Human

Applications

WB, IHC-FoFr, IHC-FrFl, IHC-P

applications

Immunogen

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

Reactivity data

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Product details

Anti-NeuN antibody - Neuronal Marker (ab104225) is a rabbit polyclonal antibody and is validated for use in IHC-FoFr, IHC-FrFl, IHC-P, WB in human samples.

Anti-NeuN antibody - Neuronal Marker (ab104225) has been cited over 252 times in peer reviewed journals and is trusted by the scientific community.

Abcam's high quality validation processes ensure Anti-NeuN antibody - Neuronal Marker (ab104225) has high sensitivity and specificity.

Anti-NeuN antibody - Neuronal Marker (ab104225) has 11 independent reviews from customers.

Anti-NeuN antibody - Neuronal Marker (ab104225) specifically detects NeuN (UniProt ID: A6NFN3; Molecular weight: 34kDa) and is sold in 50 µL selling sizes.

NeuN (RBFOX3), a protein predominantly found in neuronal nuclei and cytoplasm, serves as a key marker for identifying neurons in research. It plays a significant role in the regulation of alternative splicing of pre-mRNA, crucial for neural development and function. Abnormalities in RBFOX3 expression have been implicated in several neurodevelopmental disorders, such as autism spectrum disorder, cognitive impairments, and epilepsy, underscoring its critical role in brain health.

Properties and storage information

Form
Liquid
Purification technique
Affinity purification
Storage buffer
Preservative: 0.03% Sodium azide Constituents: PBS, 49.98% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine)
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

Supplementary information

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

NeuN also known as Fox-3 or Rbfox3 serves as a vital neuronal marker and has a molecular weight of about 46-50 kDa. This nuclear protein is commonly found in neuronal cells in the central nervous system but it does not appear in glial cells. Researchers use NeuN staining as an effective tool to identify neurons in various brain regions due to its reliable expression pattern in mature neurons. The presence of NeuN can be detected using methods such as NeuN IHC (immunohistochemistry) and NeuN Western blot aiding in cellular and tissue analysis.
Biological function summary

NeuN plays an essential role in the regulation of RNA-binding influencing the splicing and stability of transcripts. It forms part of the complex network responsible for managing neuron-specific gene expression. By interacting with other RNA-binding proteins NeuN contributes to the fine-tuning needed for proper neuronal development and function. As a result NeuN helps maintain the health and activity of nerve cells allowing them to perform complex neurological tasks.

Pathways

NeuN has a significant role in neuronal differentiation and plasticity pathways. NeuN coordinates with elements of the Notch signaling pathway which is important for guiding cell fate decisions in the nervous system. It also interacts with related proteins like Fox proteins involved in splicing regulation. These pathways ensure neurons develop differentiate and function correctly within the nervous system's precise architecture.

Disruptions in NeuN expression link closely to neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson's disease and Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Abnormal NeuN expression correlates with neuron loss and dysfunction in these conditions with connectivity to other affected proteins like alpha-synuclein in Parkinson's disease. In ALS abnormal NeuN-staining patterns indicate neuronal cell death serving as a potential marker for disease progression. Studying these connections improves our understanding of disease mechanisms and aids in the development of targeted therapies.

Product protocols

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Target data

Pre-mRNA alternative splicing regulator. Regulates alternative splicing of RBFOX2 to enhance the production of mRNA species that are targeted for nonsense-mediated decay (NMD).
See full target information RBFOX3

Publications (340)

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Neuronal activity-dependent mechanisms of small cell lung cancer pathogenesis.

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