Product Description

MC1 Receptor Polyclonal Antibody

Sizes: 60μL, 120μL, 200μL

Catalogue Numbers: E-AB-93100-60, E-AB-93100-120, E-AB-93100-200

Citations, Manuals and MSDS Available upon request.

Abbreviation: MC1 Receptor

Target Synonym: MC1R; CMM5; MSH-R; SHEP2

Research Areas: Metabolism, Neuroscience

Conjugation: Unconjugated

Host: Rabbit

Species Reactivity: Mouse, Rat

Application: WB

Isotype: IgG

Clonality: Polyclonal

UNIProt ID: Q01726

Background: This intronless gene encodes the receptor protein for melanocyte-stimulating hormone (MSH). The encoded protein, a seven pass transmembrane G protein coupled receptor, controls melanogenesis. Two types of melanin exist: red pheomelanin and black eumelanin. Gene mutations that lead to a loss in function are associated with increased pheomelanin production, which leads to lighter skin and hair color. Eumelanin is photoprotective but pheomelanin may contribute to UV-induced skin damage by generating free radicals upon UV radiation. Binding of MSH to its receptor activates the receptor and stimulates eumelanin synthesis. This receptor is a major determining factor in sun sensitivity and is a genetic risk factor for melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancer. Over 30 variant alleles have been identified which correlate with skin and hair color, providing evidence that this gene is an important component in determining normal human pigment variation.

Concentration: 1mg/mL

Immunogen: Recombinant fusion protein of human MC1 Receptor

Buffer: PBS with 0.02% sodium azide, 50% glycerol, pH7.3.

Purification Method: Affinity purification

Dilution: WB 1:500-1:2000

Calculated MW: 34kDa

Observed MW: 37kDa

Storage: -20°C/One year. Avoid freeze / thaw cycles.

Shipping: Ice bag

Research Use Only