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Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal PIT1 antibody. Suitable for IHC-P, WB and reacts with Human, Mouse, Rat, Transfected cell lysate - Human samples.

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Western blot - Anti-Pit1 antibody [EPR28191-52] (AB313642), expandable thumbnail
  • Western blot - Anti-Pit1 antibody [EPR28191-52] (AB313642), expandable thumbnail
  • Western blot - Anti-Pit1 antibody [EPR28191-52] (AB313642), expandable thumbnail
  • Western blot - Anti-Pit1 antibody [EPR28191-52] (AB313642), expandable thumbnail
  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Pit1 antibody [EPR28191-52] (AB313642), expandable thumbnail

Key facts

Isotype

IgG

Host species

Rabbit

Storage buffer

pH: 7.2 - 7.4
Preservative: 0.01% Sodium azide
Constituents: 59% PBS, 40% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 0.05% BSA

Form

Liquid

Clonality

Monoclonal

Immunogen

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

Reactivity data

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IHC-PWBICC/IFIPFlow Cyt (Intra)
Human
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Mouse
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Tested
Not recommended
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Rat
Tested
Tested
Not recommended
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Transfected cell lysate - Human
Not recommended
Tested
Not recommended
Not recommended
Not recommended

Tested
Tested

Species

Human

Dilution info

1/100

Notes

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

Species

Mouse

Dilution info

1/100

Notes

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

Species

Rat

Dilution info

1/100

Notes

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

Not recommended
Not recommended

Species

Transfected cell lysate - Human

Dilution info

-

Notes

-

Tested
Tested

Species

Human

Dilution info

1/1000

Notes

-

Species

Mouse

Dilution info

1/1000

Notes

-

Species

Rat

Dilution info

1/1000

Notes

-

Species

Transfected cell lysate - Human

Dilution info

1/1000

Notes

-

Not recommended
Not recommended

Species

Human, Mouse, Rat, Transfected cell lysate - Human

Dilution info

-

Notes

-

Not recommended
Not recommended

Species

Human, Mouse, Rat, Transfected cell lysate - Human

Dilution info

-

Notes

-

Not recommended
Not recommended

Species

Human, Mouse, Rat, Transfected cell lysate - Human

Dilution info

-

Notes

-

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Target data

Function

Transcription factor involved in the specification of the lactotrope, somatotrope, and thyrotrope phenotypes in the developing anterior pituitary. Specifically binds to the consensus sequence 5'-TAAAT-3'. Activates growth hormone and prolactin genes (PubMed:22010633, PubMed:26612202).

Alternative names

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Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal PIT1 antibody. Suitable for IHC-P, WB and reacts with Human, Mouse, Rat, Transfected cell lysate - Human samples.

Key facts

Isotype

IgG

Form

Liquid

Clonality

Monoclonal

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

EPR28191-52

Purification technique

Affinity purification Protein A

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

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

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

Pit1 also known as POU1F1 is a transcription factor with a mass of approximately 33 kDa. This protein is involved in the regulation of pituitary-specific genes and is critical for the development and function of the pituitary gland. It expresses mainly in the anterior pituitary where it activates several genes required for pituitary hormone production. Pit1 plays a role in differentiating somatotrophs lactotrophs and thyrotrophs which produce growth hormone prolactin and thyroid-stimulating hormone respectively.

Biological function summary

The Pit1 protein regulates the transcription of genes related to hormonal production in the anterior pituitary gland. It interacts with other transcription factors to form a complex that ensures the precise regulation of target genes. This regulation is essential for normal growth metabolism and reproductive functions. By controlling the expression of growth hormone thyroid-stimulating hormone and prolactin Pit1 directly affects various physiological processes in the body.

Pathways

Pit1 plays a vital role in the growth hormone (GH) and prolactin signaling pathways. It interacts with various regulatory proteins that modulate gene expression within these pathways. In the GH pathway Pit1 collaborates with proteins like GH-releasing hormone receptor to ensure adequate hormone levels in circulation. Additionally within the prolactin pathway Pit1 ensures the proper function of Jak-STAT signaling important for reproductive and metabolic functions. Its activity impacts important pathway components and further affects energy balance and cell proliferation.

Associated diseases and disorders

Mutations or alterations in the Pit1 gene can lead to combined pituitary hormone deficiency (CPHD). This condition results in impaired hormone production affecting growth and development. Pit1 interacts with proteins like PROP1 which influences pituitary function and contributes to the pathogenesis of CPHD. Another disorder associated with Pit1 is congenital hypothyroidism where thyroid-stimulating hormone production is hindered impacting metabolism and growth. Understanding the role of Pit1 in these conditions can help in developing targeted therapies to manage hormonal disorders effectively.

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  • Western blot - Anti-Pit1 antibody [EPR28191-52] (ab313642), expandable thumbnail

    Western blot - Anti-Pit1 antibody [EPR28191-52] (ab313642)

    Blocking and diluting buffer and concentration: 5% NFDM/TBST
    In Western blot, anti-His antibody (Anti-6X His tag® antibody [EPR20547] - ChIP Grade ab213204) staining at 1/5000 dilution. Anti-H3 antibody (Anti-Histone H3 antibody [EPR16987] - Nuclear Marker and ChIP Grade ab176842) loading control staining at 1/100000 dilution.
    Exposure time: 6 seconds

    All lanes: Western blot - Anti-Pit1 antibody [EPR28191-52] (ab313642) at 1/1000 dilution

    Lane 1: 293T cells transfected with an empty vector containi a His-tag whole cell lysate at 20 µg

    Lane 2: 293T cells transfected with a human Pit1 expression vector containi a His-tag whole cell lysate at 20 µg

    Secondary

    All lanes: Western blot - Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) (Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) ab97051) at 1/100000 dilution

    Observed band size: 33 kDa

    Exposure time: 6s

  • Western blot - Anti-Pit1 antibody [EPR28191-52] (ab313642), expandable thumbnail

    Western blot - Anti-Pit1 antibody [EPR28191-52] (ab313642)

    Blocking and diluting buffer and concentration: 5% NFDM/TBST
    Negative control: liver, skeletal muscle (PMID: 2902927).

    The expression profile/ molecular weight observed is consistent with what has been described in the literature (PMID: 33927188, 16968807).

    In Western blot, anti-GAPDH antibody (Anti-GAPDH antibody [EPR16891] - Loading Control ab181602) loading control staining at 1/200000 dilution.
    Exposure time: 180 seconds

    All lanes: Western blot - Anti-Pit1 antibody [EPR28191-52] (ab313642) at 1/1000 dilution

    Lane 1: Rat pituitary tissue lysate at 20 µg

    Lane 2: Rat liver tissue lysate at 20 µg

    Lane 3: Rat skeletal muscle tissue lysate at 20 µg

    Secondary

    All lanes: Western blot - Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) (Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) ab97051) at 1/20000 dilution

    Observed band size: 33 kDa

    Exposure time: 180s

  • Western blot - Anti-Pit1 antibody [EPR28191-52] (ab313642), expandable thumbnail

    Western blot - Anti-Pit1 antibody [EPR28191-52] (ab313642)

    Blocking and diluting buffer and concentration: 5% NFDM/TBST
    Negative control: cerebellum (PMID: 2902927), liver (PMID: 2902927), kidney (PMID: 2902927), spleen.

    The expression profile/ molecular weight observed is consistent with what has been described in the literature (PMID: 33927188, 16968807).

    The identity of the higher MW band at approximately 70 kDa is unknown.

    In Western blot, anti-GAPDH antibody (Anti-GAPDH antibody [EPR16891] - Loading Control ab181602) loading control staining at 1/200000 dilution.
    Exposure time: 180 seconds.

    All lanes: Western blot - Anti-Pit1 antibody [EPR28191-52] (ab313642) at 1/1000 dilution

    Lane 1: Human pituitary tissue lysate at 20 µg

    Lane 2: Human cerebellum tissue lysate at 20 µg

    Lane 3: Human liver tissue lysate at 20 µg

    Lane 4: Human kidney tissue lysate at 20 µg

    Lane 5: Human spleen tissue lysate at 20 µg

    Secondary

    All lanes: Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG (HRP) with minimal cross-reactivity with human IgG at 1/2000 dilution

    Observed band size: 33 kDa

    Exposure time: 180s

  • Western blot - Anti-Pit1 antibody [EPR28191-52] (ab313642), expandable thumbnail

    Western blot - Anti-Pit1 antibody [EPR28191-52] (ab313642)

    Blocking and diluting buffer and concentration: 5% NFDM/TBST
    Negative control: brain (PMID: 2902927), kidney (PMID: 2902927), heart, spleen.

    The expression profile/ molecular weight observed is consistent with what has been described in the literature (PMID: 33927188, 16968807).

    In Western blot, anti-GAPDH antibody (Anti-GAPDH antibody [EPR16891] - Loading Control ab181602) loading control staining at 1/200000 dilution.
    Exposure time: 180 seconds

    All lanes: Western blot - Anti-Pit1 antibody [EPR28191-52] (ab313642) at 1/1000 dilution

    Lane 1: Mouse pituitary tissue lysate at 20 µg

    Lane 2: Mouse brain tissue lysate at 20 µg

    Lane 3: Mouse heart tissue lysate at 20 µg

    Lane 4: Mouse kidney tissue lysate at 20 µg

    Lane 5: Mouse spleen tissue lysate at 20 µg

    Secondary

    All lanes: Western blot - Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) (Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) ab97051) at 1/20000 dilution

    Observed band size: 33 kDa

    Exposure time: 180s

  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Pit1 antibody [EPR28191-52] (ab313642), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Pit1 antibody [EPR28191-52] (ab313642)

    Immunohistochemical analysis of paraffin-embedded rat liver tissue labeling Pit1 with ab313642 at 1/500 (1.05 ug/ml) followed by a ready to use LeicaDS9800 (Bond™ Polymer Refine Detection). Negative control: no staining on rat liver.The section was incubated with ab313642 for 30 mins at room temperature.The immunostaining was performed on a Leica Biosystems BOND® RX instrumentIncubate slides with 3% Hydrogen Peroxide for 10 mins at room temperature after secondary antibody incubation to reduce the background Counterstained with Hematoxylin.
    Secondary antibody only control: Secondary antibody is a ready to use LeicaDS9800 (Bond™ Polymer Refine Detection).
    Heat mediated antigen retrieval was performed with Tris-EDTA buffer (pH 9.0, Epitope Retrieval Solution2) for 20 mins

  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Pit1 antibody [EPR28191-52] (ab313642), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Pit1 antibody [EPR28191-52] (ab313642)

    Immunohistochemical analysis of paraffin-embedded mouse liver tissue labeling Pit1 with ab313642 at 1/500 (1.05 ug/ml) followed by a ready to use LeicaDS9800 (Bond™ Polymer Refine Detection). Negative control: no staining on mouse liver.The section was incubated with ab313642 for 30 mins at room temperature.The immunostaining was performed on a Leica Biosystems BOND® RX instrumentIncubate slides with 3% Hydrogen Peroxide for 10 mins at room temperature after secondary antibody incubation to reduce the background Counterstained with Hematoxylin.
    Secondary antibody only control: Secondary antibody is a ready to use LeicaDS9800 (Bond™ Polymer Refine Detection).
    Heat mediated antigen retrieval was performed with Tris-EDTA buffer (pH 9.0, Epitope Retrieval Solution2) for 20 mins

  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Pit1 antibody [EPR28191-52] (ab313642), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Pit1 antibody [EPR28191-52] (ab313642)

    Immunohistochemical analysis of paraffin-embedded human liver tissue labeling Pit1 with ab313642 at 1/100 (5.25 ug/ml) followed by a ready to use LeicaDS9800 (Bond™ Polymer Refine Detection). Negative control: no staining on human liver.The section was incubated with ab313642 for 30 mins at room temperature.The immunostaining was performed on a Leica Biosystems BOND® RX instrumentIncubate slides with 3% Hydrogen Peroxide for 10 mins at room temperature after secondary antibody incubation to reduce the background Counterstained with Hematoxylin.
    Secondary antibody only control: Secondary antibody is a ready to use LeicaDS9800 (Bond™ Polymer Refine Detection).
    Heat mediated antigen retrieval was performed with Tris-EDTA buffer (pH 9.0, Epitope Retrieval Solution2) for 20 mins

  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Pit1 antibody [EPR28191-52] (ab313642), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Pit1 antibody [EPR28191-52] (ab313642)

    Immunohistochemical analysis of paraffin-embedded Rat pituitary tissue labeling Pit1 with ab313642 at 1/500 (1.05 ug/ml) followed by a ready to use LeicaDS9800 (Bond™ Polymer Refine Detection). Positive staining on rat pituitary.The section was incubated with ab313642 for 30 mins at room temperature.The immunostaining was performed on a Leica Biosystems BOND® RX instrumentIncubate slides with 3% Hydrogen Peroxide for 10 mins at room temperature after secondary antibody incubation to reduce the background Counterstained with Hematoxylin.
    Secondary antibody only control: Secondary antibody is a ready to use LeicaDS9800 (Bond™ Polymer Refine Detection).
    Heat mediated antigen retrieval was performed with Tris-EDTA buffer (pH 9.0, Epitope Retrieval Solution2) for 20 mins

  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Pit1 antibody [EPR28191-52] (ab313642), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Pit1 antibody [EPR28191-52] (ab313642)

    Immunohistochemical analysis of paraffin-embedded Mouse pituitary tissue labeling Pit1 with ab313642 at 1/500 (1.05 ug/ml) followed by a ready to use LeicaDS9800 (Bond™ Polymer Refine Detection). Positive staining on mouse pituitary.The section was incubated with ab313642 for 30 mins at room temperature.The immunostaining was performed on a Leica Biosystems BOND® RX instrumentIncubate slides with 3% Hydrogen Peroxide for 10 mins at room temperature after secondary antibody incubation to reduce the background Counterstained with Hematoxylin.
    Secondary antibody only control: Secondary antibody is a ready to use LeicaDS9800 (Bond™ Polymer Refine Detection).
    Heat mediated antigen retrieval was performed with Tris-EDTA buffer (pH 9.0, Epitope Retrieval Solution2) for 20 mins

  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Pit1 antibody [EPR28191-52] (ab313642), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Pit1 antibody [EPR28191-52] (ab313642)

    Immunohistochemical analysis of paraffin-embedded Human pituitary tissue labeling Pit1 with ab313642 at 1/100 (5.25 ug/ml) followed by a ready to use LeicaDS9800 (Bond™ Polymer Refine Detection). Positive staining on human pituitary (PMID: 2902927, 27351100).The section was incubated with ab313642 for 30 mins at room temperature.The immunostaining was performed on a Leica Biosystems BOND® RX instrumentIncubate slides with 3% Hydrogen Peroxide for 10 mins at room temperature after secondary antibody incubation to reduce the background Counterstained with Hematoxylin.
    Secondary antibody only control: Secondary antibody is a ready to use LeicaDS9800 (Bond™ Polymer Refine Detection).
    Heat mediated antigen retrieval was performed with Tris-EDTA buffer (pH 9.0, Epitope Retrieval Solution2) for 20 mins

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