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Rabbit Polyclonal PACAP-38 antibody. Suitable for IHC-P and reacts with Mouse, Rat, Human samples. Cited in 4 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human ADCYAP1 aa 150 to C-terminus conjugated to Keyhole Limpet Haemocyanin.

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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-PACAP-38 antibody (AB216627), expandable thumbnail
  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-PACAP-38 antibody (AB216627), expandable thumbnail
  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-PACAP-38 antibody (AB216627), expandable thumbnail

Publications

Key facts

Isotype
IgG
Host species
Rabbit
Storage buffer

pH: 7.4
Preservative: 0.02% Proclin 300
Constituents: 50% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 48.98% TBS, 1X, 1% BSA

Form
Liquid
Clonality
Polyclonal

Immunogen

  • Synthetic Peptide within Human ADCYAP1 aa 150 to C-terminus conjugated to Keyhole Limpet Haemocyanin. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information. Database link P18509

Reactivity data

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IHC-P
Human
Tested
Mouse
Tested
Rat
Tested

Tested
Tested

Species
Mouse
Dilution info
1/100.00000 - 1/500.00000
Notes

When using a fluorescent probe the recommended dilution is 1/50 – 1/200.

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

Species
Rat
Dilution info
1/100.00000 - 1/500.00000
Notes

When using a fluorescent probe the recommended dilution is 1/50 – 1/200.

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

Species
Human
Dilution info
1/100.00000 - 1/500.00000
Notes

When using a fluorescent probe the recommended dilution is 1/50 – 1/200.

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

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Target data

Function

Binding to its receptor activates G proteins and stimulates adenylate cyclase in pituitary cells. Promotes neuron projection development through the RAPGEF2/Rap1/B-Raf/ERK pathway. In chromaffin cells, induces long-lasting increase of intracellular calcium concentrations and neuroendocrine secretion (By similarity). Involved in the control of glucose homeostasis, induces insulin secretion by pancreatic beta cells (By similarity).

Alternative names

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Rabbit Polyclonal PACAP-38 antibody. Suitable for IHC-P and reacts with Mouse, Rat, Human samples. Cited in 4 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human ADCYAP1 aa 150 to C-terminus conjugated to Keyhole Limpet Haemocyanin.

Key facts

Isotype
IgG
Form
Liquid
Clonality
Polyclonal
Immunogen
  • Synthetic Peptide within Human ADCYAP1 aa 150 to C-terminus conjugated to Keyhole Limpet Haemocyanin. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information. Database link P18509
Purification technique
Affinity purification Protein A
Specificity

ab216627 is specific to the cleaved PACAP-38 chain.

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

Pituitary adenylate cyclase-activating polypeptide-38 (PACAP-38) is a neuropeptide with key roles in the central and peripheral nervous systems. Another name is vasoactive intestinal peptide-related peptide. PACAP-38 is a 38-amino acid peptide and its molecular weight is approximately 4.5 kDa. It expresses widely notably in the hypothalamus pituitary gland and adrenal medulla. PACAP-38 interacts with specific receptors such as PAC1 and VPAC receptors to mediate its functions.

Biological function summary

PACAP-38 modulates various physiological processes through its signaling activities. It acts in neurotransmission neuroprotection and neurogenesis. In the immune system PACAP-38 contributes to anti-inflammatory responses by regulating cytokine production. It does not form part of a larger protein complex but exerts its effects independently via receptor binding serving important roles in maintaining homeostasis.

Pathways

PACAP-38 influences several signaling cascades. It is integral to the cAMP-PKA pathway which is important for regulating a variety of cellular processes including hormonal secretion and metabolic activity. Additionally PACAP-38 is involved in the MAPK/ERK pathway contributing to cell proliferation and survival. Related proteins such as the PAC1 receptor and adenylate cyclase play roles alongside PACAP-38 in these pathways.

Associated diseases and disorders

PACAP-38 connects to migraine and schizophrenia. PACAP-38's role in dilation of cerebral arteries and its modulation of pain pathways link it to migraine where levels of this peptide can dictate disease manifestation. In schizophrenia altered PACAP-38 signaling affects neural circuits contributing to the disorder's symptoms. Through these disorders PACAP-38 interacts with proteins like calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) in migraines and dopamine receptors in psychiatric conditions.

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  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-PACAP-38 antibody (ab216627), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-PACAP-38 antibody (ab216627)

    Immunohistochemical analysis of formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded rat brain tissue, labeling PACAP-38 using ab216627 at a 1/200 dilution, followed by conjugation to the secondary antibody and DAB staining.

  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-PACAP-38 antibody (ab216627), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-PACAP-38 antibody (ab216627)

    Immunohistochemical analysis of formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded mouse small intestine tissue, labeling PACAP-38 using ab216627 at a 1/200 dilution, followed by conjugation to the secondary antibody and DAB staining.

  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-PACAP-38 antibody (ab216627), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-PACAP-38 antibody (ab216627)

    Immunohistochemical analysis of formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded Human kidney tissue, labeling PACAP-38 using ab216627 at a 1/200 dilution, followed by conjugation to the secondary antibody and DAB staining.

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