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Anti-RAB8A (phospho T72) antibody [MJF-R20] (ab230260) is a rabbit monoclonal antibody that is used to detect RAB8A in Western Blot, Dot Blot. Suitable for Human, Mouse, Rat samples.



- Using biophysical QC, antibody identity is confirmed at a molecular level for unrivalled batch-batch consistency

-Over 20 publications


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Western blot - Anti-RAB8A (phospho T72) antibody [MJF-R20] (AB230260), expandable thumbnail
  • Western blot - Anti-RAB8A (phospho T72) antibody [MJF-R20] (AB230260), expandable thumbnail
  • Dot Blot - Anti-RAB8A (phospho T72) antibody [MJF-R20] (AB230260), expandable thumbnail
  • Western blot - Anti-RAB8A (phospho T72) antibody [MJF-R20] (AB230260), expandable thumbnail

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Key facts

Isotype
IgG
Host species
Rabbit
Storage buffer

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

Form
Liquid
Clonality
Monoclonal

Immunogen

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

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Reactivity data

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DotWB
Human
Predicted
Expected
Mouse
Expected
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Rat
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Synthetic peptide
Tested
Not recommended
Transfected cell line
Not recommended
Tested

Tested
Tested

Species
Synthetic peptide
Dilution info
1/1000
Notes

-

Expected
Expected

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

-

Predicted
Predicted

Species
Rat, Human
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-
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-

Not recommended
Not recommended

Species
Transfected cell line
Dilution info
-
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-

Tested
Tested

Species
Transfected cell line
Dilution info
1/1000
Notes

-

Species
Mouse
Dilution info
1/1000
Notes

-

Expected
Expected

Species
Rat
Dilution info
1/1000
Notes

-

Species
Human
Dilution info
1/1000
Notes

-

Not recommended
Not recommended

Species
Synthetic peptide
Dilution info
-
Notes

-

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Function

The small GTPases Rab are key regulators of intracellular membrane trafficking, from the formation of transport vesicles to their fusion with membranes. Rabs cycle between an inactive GDP-bound form and an active GTP-bound form that is able to recruit to membranes different sets of downstream effectors directly responsible for vesicle formation, movement, tethering and fusion. That Rab is involved in polarized vesicular trafficking and neurotransmitter release. Together with RAB11A, RAB3IP, the exocyst complex, PARD3, PRKCI, ANXA2, CDC42 and DNMBP promotes transcytosis of PODXL to the apical membrane initiation sites (AMIS), apical surface formation and lumenogenesis (PubMed:20890297). Regulates the compacted morphology of the Golgi (PubMed:26209634). Together with MYO5B and RAB11A participates in epithelial cell polarization (PubMed:21282656). Also involved in membrane trafficking to the cilium and ciliogenesis (PubMed:21844891, PubMed:30398148). Together with MICALL2, may also regulate adherens junction assembly (By similarity). May play a role in insulin-induced transport to the plasma membrane of the glucose transporter GLUT4 and therefore play a role in glucose homeostasis (By similarity). Involved in autophagy (PubMed:27103069). Participates in the export of a subset of neosynthesized proteins through a Rab8-Rab10-Rab11-dependent endososomal export route (PubMed:32344433). Targeted to and stabilized on stressed lysosomes through LRRK2 phosphorylation (PubMed:30209220). Suppresses stress-induced lysosomal enlargement through EHBP1 and EHNP1L1 effector proteins (PubMed:30209220).

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Anti-RAB8A (phospho T72) antibody [MJF-R20] (ab230260) is a rabbit monoclonal antibody that is used to detect RAB8A in Western Blot, Dot Blot. Suitable for Human, Mouse, Rat samples.



- Using biophysical QC, antibody identity is confirmed at a molecular level for unrivalled batch-batch consistency

-Over 20 publications

Key facts

Isotype
IgG
Form
Liquid
Clonality
Monoclonal
Immunogen
  • The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.
Clone number
MJF-R20
Purification technique
Affinity purification Protein A
Specificity

This antibody cross-reacts with phosphorylated Rab3A, Rab10, Rab35 and Rab43. Please note that the immunogen sequence was derived from Rab8A but is identical to that of Rab8B.

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

Please see PMID: 29127256. Lis P et al.Development of phospho-specific Rab protein antibodies to monitor in vivo activity of the LRRK2 Parkinson's disease kinase.Biochem J475:1-22 (2018).

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

What are the advantages of a recombinant monoclonal antibody?
This product is a recombinant monoclonal antibody, which offers several advantages including:

  • - High batch-to-batch consistency and reproducibility
  • - Improved sensitivity and specificity
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  • - Animal-free batch production

For more information, read more on recombinant antibodies.

Collaborations
This antibody was developed with support from The Michael J. Fox Foundation.

Supplementary info

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

RAB8A is a small GTPase also referred to as Ras-related protein Rab-8A involved in intracellular membrane trafficking. It plays a critical role in the regulation of exocytosis the process by which cells release substances to the extracellular space. RAB8A mainly functions by cycling between an inactive GDP-bound form and an active GTP-bound form facilitating vesicle budding transport and fusion with target membranes. This protein is expressed in various tissues including the brain and pancreas where it assists in important cellular functions. RAB8A has a molecular mass of approximately 24 kDa.

Biological function summary

The small GTPase RAB8A contributes to the biosynthetic transport from the trans-Golgi network to the plasma membrane. It performs this activity in coordination with other proteins as part of a larger complex. RAB8A also plays an essential role in cilia formation and maintenance affecting cell polarity and signaling functions. The protein's ability to regulate vesicle movement makes it important for cellular homeostasis and communication.

Pathways

The regulatory function of RAB8A is significant in the ciliary membrane trafficking pathway and the insulin signaling pathway. Within these pathways RAB8A interacts closely with other proteins like Rab11 and Rabin8 which help support its roles in directing vesicle transport. These interactions are essential for proper cellular signaling and the maintenance of polarized cellular structures further supporting the function of various cellular pathways.

Associated diseases and disorders

The dysfunction of RAB8A has associations with certain ciliopathies notably Bardet-Biedl syndrome. This condition involves abnormalities in cilia structure and function leading to symptoms like kidney disease vision impairment and obesity. Moreover disruptions in RAB8A have connections with insulin resistance implicating it in metabolic disorders. In the context of these diseases proteins such as BBS proteins and Rab11 play a role in mediating the effects of dysfunctional RAB8A-related pathways.

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  • Western blot - Anti-RAB8A (phospho T72) antibody [MJF-R20] (ab230260), expandable thumbnail

    Western blot - Anti-RAB8A (phospho T72) antibody [MJF-R20] (ab230260)

    Blocking buffer: 5% NFDM/TBST.

    Dilution buffer: 5% BSA/TBST.

    The LRRK2 pathogenic mutation Y1699C increases LRRK2 activity and markedly elevates Rab8 phosphorylation in MEF (mouse embryonic fibroblasts).

    The results show that this antibody recognizes other LRRK2-phosphorylated Rab proteins (Rab3A, Rab10, and Rab35). The phospho-threonine site in Rab8 (T72) differs from that of Rab3A (T86); Rab10 (T73); and Rab43 (T82).

    The images were kindly provided by our collaborator, Dr. Dario Alessi, and have been published (PMID: 29127256).

    All lanes: Western blot - Anti-RAB8A (phospho T72) antibody [MJF-R20] (ab230260) at 1/1000 dilution

    Lane 1: HEK-293 cells transfected with LRRK2 [Y1699C] and HA-tagged Rab3A expression vectors, were treated with150 nM MLi-2 for 90 minutes, whole cell lysate, 100 ng

    Lane 2: HEK-293 cells transfected with LRRK2 [Y1699C] and HA-tagged Rab8A expression vectors, were treated with150 nM MLi-2 for 90 minutes, whole cell lysate, 100 ng

    Lane 3: HEK-293 cells transfected with LRRK2 [Y1699C] and HA-tagged Rab10 expression vectors, were treated with150 nM MLi-2 for 90 minutes, whole cell lysate, 100 ng

    Lane 4: HEK-293 cells transfected with LRRK2 [Y1699C] and HA-tagged Rab35 expression vectors, were treated with150 nM MLi-2 for 90 minutes, whole cell lysate, 100 ng

    Lane 5: HEK-293 cells transfected with LRRK2 [Y1699C] and HA-tagged Rab43 expression vectors, were treated with150 nM MLi-2 for 90 minutes, whole cell lysate, 100 ng

    Secondary

    All lanes: IRDye 800CW secondary antibody at 1/25000 dilution

    Predicted band size: 24 kDa

  • Western blot - Anti-RAB8A (phospho T72) antibody [MJF-R20] (ab230260), expandable thumbnail

    Western blot - Anti-RAB8A (phospho T72) antibody [MJF-R20] (ab230260)

    Blocking/Dilution buffer and concentration: 5% NFDM/TBST.

    The LRRK2 pathogenic mutation R1441C increases LRRK2 activity and markedly elevates Rab8 phosphorylation in MEF (mouse embryonic fibroblasts).

    The expression profile is consistent with the literature (PMID: 29127256).

    The cell lysates were kindly provided by our collaborator, Dr. Dario Alessi.

    All lanes: Western blot - Anti-RAB8A (phospho T72) antibody [MJF-R20] (ab230260) at 1/1000 dilution

    Lane 1: Wild-type MEF (mouse embryonic fibroblast (immortalized)) whole cell lysate at 20 µg

    Lane 2: Wild-type MEF (mouse embryonic fibroblast (immortalized)) treated with 100 nM MLi-2 for 90 minutes, whole cell lysate at 20 µg

    Lane 3: LRRK2 [R1441C] knock-in MEF (mouse embryonic fibroblast (immortalized)), whole cell lysate at 20 µg

    Lane 4: LRRK2 [R1441C] knock-in MEF (mouse embryonic fibroblast (immortalized)) treated with 100 nM MLi-2 for 90 minutes, 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

    Predicted band size: 24 kDa

    Exposure time: 1min

  • Dot Blot - Anti-RAB8A (phospho T72) antibody [MJF-R20] (ab230260), expandable thumbnail

    Dot Blot - Anti-RAB8A (phospho T72) antibody [MJF-R20] (ab230260)

    Dot Blot - Anti-Rab8A (phospho T72) antibody [MJF-R20] (ab230260) used at a 1/1000 dilution.

    Lane 1: Rab8 (phospho T72) peptide.

    Lane 2: Rab8 non-phospho peptide.

    Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) ab97051 secondary antibody used at a 1/100,000 dilution.

    Exposure time: 32 seconds.

    Blocking/Dilution buffer and concentration: 5% NFDM/TBST.

  • Western blot - Anti-RAB8A (phospho T72) antibody [MJF-R20] (ab230260), expandable thumbnail

    Image collected and cropped by CiteAb under a CC-BY license from the publication

    Western blot - Anti-RAB8A (phospho T72) antibody [MJF-R20] (ab230260)

    RAB8A (phospho T72) western blot using anti-RAB8A (phospho T72) antibody [MJF-R20] ab230260. Publication image and figure legend from Chen, C., Soto, G., et al., 2020, Elife, PubMed 33006315.


    ab230260 was used in this publication in western blot. This may not be the same as the application(s) guaranteed by Abcam. For a full list of applications guaranteed by Abcam for ab230260 please see the product overview.

    LRRK2 RC mutation increases synaptic glutamate receptor content in the striatum.(A) Schematic diagram of LRRK2 protein highlighting the armadillo repeats (ARM), ankyrin (ANK) repeats, Ras of complex (ROC), C-terminal of ROC (COR), kin (KIN), and WD40 domains. Knock- in mice expressing the R1441C and G2019S mutations found in the ROC and kinase domains respectively, crossed with either Drd1-Tomato or Drd2-eGFP mouse lines. (B) Workflow schematic for subcellular fractionation of striatal homogenate for the enrichment of postsynaptic density fraction (PSD). (C) Representative western blot analysis of the subcellular fractionation results, showing supernatant (S1), crude synaptosomal preparation (P2), PSD, and Triton soluble fractions (TSF). (D) Western blot analysis of +/+, +/RC, and +/GS P2 striatal fractions probed for p-PKA substrates, pS845 GluA1, total GluA1, pT72Rab8A, total Rab8A, pT73Rab10, total Rab10, and PSD95. (E) Western blot analysis of +/+, +/RC, and +/GS mice probed for GluA1, p-PKA, and PSD95. S1 and PSD fractions are shown. (F-G) Quantification of GluA1 and p-PKA proteins in PSD fractions normalized to PSD95. Summary graphs reflect the mean, error bars reflect SEM. *p<0.05, Tukey post-hoc test following one-way ANOVA.Figure 1—source data 1.Numerical data of the graphs in Figure 1.Numerical data of the graphs in Figure 1.LRRk2 mutations do not alter PSD95 levels.(A–B) Supernatant (S1), crude synaptosomal preparation (P2), PSD, and Triton soluble fractions (TSF) of wild type, +/RC and +/GS striata were run on the same blot. Ponceau staining shows similar loading across genotypes at a given fraction. Western blot analysis of the fractions described in A, probed for PSD95 and Homer-1. (C) Quantification of PSD95 band intensities normalized to Homer-1. Summary graphs represent the mean, while error bars SEM. (D) Quantification of PSD95 band intensities expressed as a fraction of the intensity of PSD95 wild type in each one of the S1, P2, and PSD fractions.Figure 1—figure supplement 1—source data 1.Numerical data of the graphs in Figure 1—figure supplement 1.Numerical data of the graphs in Figure 1—figure supplement 1.

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