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AB177242

Anti-NPHS2 antibody

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Goat Polyclonal NPHS2 antibody. Suitable for WB and reacts with Mouse, Pig, Human samples. Cited in 2 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human Podocin aa 350 to C-terminus.

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Podocin, NPHS2

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Western blot - Anti-NPHS2 antibody (AB177242)
  • WB

Supplier Data

Western blot - Anti-NPHS2 antibody (AB177242)

Primary incubation was 1 hour.

All lanes:

Western blot - Anti-NPHS2 antibody (ab177242) at 0.3 µg/mL

Lane 1:

Human kidney lysate (in RIPA buffer) at 35 µg

Lane 2:

Mouse kidney lysate (in RIPA buffer) at 35 µg

Predicted band size: 42 kDa

Observed band size: 45 kDa

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Western blot - Anti-NPHS2 antibody (AB177242)
  • WB

Supplier Data

Western blot - Anti-NPHS2 antibody (AB177242)

Primary incubation was 1 hour.

All lanes:

Western blot - Anti-NPHS2 antibody (ab177242) at 1 µg/mL

All lanes:

Pig kidney lysate (in RIPA buffer) at 35 µg

Predicted band size: 42 kDa

Observed band size: 45 kDa

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Key facts

Host species

Goat

Clonality

Polyclonal

Isotype

IgG

Carrier free

No

Reacts with

Mouse, Human, Pig

Applications

WB

applications

Immunogen

Synthetic Peptide within Human Podocin aa 350 to C-terminus. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.

Q9NP85

Reactivity data

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Properties and storage information

Form
Liquid
Purification technique
Affinity purification Immunogen
Purification notes
ab177242 is purified from goat serum by ammonium sulphate precipitation followed by antigen affinity chromatography using the immunizing peptide.
Storage buffer
pH: 7.3 Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azide Constituents: 99% Tris buffered saline, 0.5% BSA
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.

The NPHS2 gene encodes the protein known as podocin which plays an important role in the renal system. Podocin is a membrane protein with a molecular mass of approximately 42 kDa. It is largely expressed in the kidney specifically in the podocyte foot processes of the glomerulus. The protein is responsible for the proper functioning of the slit diaphragm a critical component in the kidney's filtration barrier. NPHS2 by maintaining the structural integrity of these cells prevents proteins from spilling into the urine.
Biological function summary

The function of the NPHS2 gene product is significant in the maintenance of the glomerular filtration barrier. Podocin is a part of the slit diaphragm complex interacting closely with other proteins like nephrin. This interaction is required for the formation and stabilization of the slit diaphragm which filters blood plasma in the glomerulus. The precision in its location and function ensures the selective permeability of the filtration barrier.

Pathways

NPHS2 is heavily involved in pathways that regulate kidney function and filtration processes. It is an important component of the slit diaphragm complex pathway. Podocin’s interaction with proteins like nephrin and CD2AP integrates it into signaling pathways important for cytoskeletal dynamics and cell adhesion in podocytes. These interactions play an essential role in facilitating the response of podocytes to mechanical stress and in maintaining the structure of the glomerular filtration barrier.

NPHS2 mutations link directly to steroid-resistant nephrotic syndrome (SRNS). This condition leads to proteinuria and progressive kidney failure. Podocin dysfunction disrupts the integrity of the renal filtration barrier causing this disease. The protein nephrin is another component in SRNS pathophysiology as both are fundamental to maintaining the structure and function of the slit diaphragm. Understanding the relationship between NPHS2 and these proteins can aid in developing targeted therapies for SRNS and related nephropathies.

Product protocols

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Target data

Plays a role in the regulation of glomerular permeability, acting probably as a linker between the plasma membrane and the cytoskeleton.
See full target information Podocin

Publications (2)

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International journal of oncology 62: PubMed36734282

2023

FUT2 promotes the tumorigenicity and metastasis of colorectal cancer cells via the Wnt/β‑catenin pathway.

Applications

Unspecified application

Species

Unspecified reactive species

Peng Liu,Jingyu Liu,Mengyang Ding,Yijing Liu,Yue Zhang,Xiaoming Chen,Zhenxu Zhou

Journal of the American Society of Nephrology : JASN 34:88-109 PubMed36167728

2022

Kidney Organoids Generated Using an Allelic Series of NPHS2 Point Variants Reveal Distinct Intracellular Podocin Mistrafficking.

Applications

Unspecified application

Species

Unspecified reactive species

Aude Dorison,Irene Ghobrial,Alison Graham,Thanushi Peiris,Thomas A Forbes,Michael See,Mithun Das,Moin A Saleem,Catherine Quinlan,Kynan T Lawlor,Mirana Ramialison,Sara E Howden,Melissa H Little
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