Anti-GATM/AGAT Antibody, clone 1F4 ZooMAb^® Rabbit Monoclonal

Quality Control Testing

Evaluated by Western Blotting in Rat kidney tissue lysate.

Western Blotting Analysis: A 1:10,000 dilution of this antibody detected GATM/AGAT in Rat Kidney tissue lysate.

Tested Applications

Western Blotting Analysis: A 1:10,000 dilution from a representative lot detected GATM/AGAT in Human Kidney and Mouse Kidney tissue lysates.

Immunocytochemistry Analysis: A 1:100 dilution from a representative lot detected GATM/AGAT in Human umbilical vein endothelial cells (HUVEC).

Immunofluorescence Analysis: A 1:1,000 dilution from a representative lot detected GATM/AGAT in human kidney tissues sections.

Affinity Binding Assay: A representative lot of this antibody bound GATM/AGAT peptide with a KD of 1.2 x 10-6 in an affinity binding assay.

Immunohistochemistry (Paraffin) Analysis: A 1:1,000 dilution from a representative lot detected GATM/AGAT in human kidney tissue sections.

Note: Actual optimal working dilutions must be determined by end user as specimens, and experimental conditions may vary with the end user.

Clone 1F4 is a ZooMAb^® Rabbit recombinant monoclonal antibody that specifically detects Glycine amidinotransferase, mitochondria (GATM/AGAT). It targets an epitope within 22 amino acids from the N-terminal half.

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Glycine amidinotransferase, mitochondrial (UniProt: P50440; also known as EC:2.1.4.1, L-arginine:glycine amidinotransferase, Transamidinase) is encoded by the GATM (also known as AGAT) gene (Gene ID: 2628) in human. GATM is a homodimeric protein that catalyzes the rate limiting step in the biosynthesis of guanidinoacetate, the immediate precursor of creatine. It displays an equilibrium between the monomeric and dimeric forms. It is synthesized with a mitochondrial transit peptide (aa 1-37), which is subsequently cleaved off to produce the active enzyme (aa 38-423). Its expression is observed in various tissues, with the highest expression observed in kidney. Its expression is elevated in the myocardium during cardiac failure. It may play a role in embryonic and central nervous system development and may also be involved in response to cardiac failure by elevating local creatine synthesis. Two isoforms of GATM have been described. Isoform 1 is localized in the mitochondrial inner membrane and isoform 2 is cytoplasmic. Mutations in GATM gene have been linked to cerebral creatine deficiency syndrome 3, an autosomal recessive disorder that is characterized by developmental delay, intellectual disability, and myopathy characterized by muscle weakness and atrophy. This ZooMAb^® recombinant monoclonal antibody, generated by our propriety technology, offers significantly enhanced specificity, affinity, reproducibility, and stability over conventional monoclonals. (Ref.: Cullen, ME., et al. (2006). Circulation. 114(1 suppl); 116-120; Gross, MD., et al. (1986). Arch. Biochem. Biophys. 251(2); 747-755).

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ZooMAb^® antibodies represent an entirely new generation of recombinant monoclonal antibodies.Each ZooMAb^® antibody is manufactured using our proprietary recombinant expression system, purified to homogeneity, and precisely dispensed to produce robust and highly reproducible lot-to-lot consistency. Only top-performing clones are released for use by researchers. Each antibody is validated for high specificity and affinity across multiple applications, including its most commonly used application. ZooMAb^® antibodies are reliably available and ready to ship when you need them.

KLH-conjugated linear peptide corresponding to 22 amino acids from the N-terminal half of human Glycine amidinotransferase, mitochondrial (GATM/AGAT).

Purified recombinant rabbit monoclonal antibody IgG, lyophilized in PBS with 5% Trehalose, normal appearance a coarse or translucent resin. The PBS/trehalose components in the ZooMAb formulation can have the appearance of a semi-solid (bead like gel) after lyophilization. This is a normal phenomenon. Please follow the recommended reconstitution procedure in the data sheet to dissolve the semi-solid, bead-like, gel-appearing material. The resulting antibody solution is completely stable and functional as proven by full functional testing. Contains no biocide or preservatives, such as azide, or any animal by-products. Larger pack sizes provided as multiples of 25 µL.

Recommend storage of lyophilized product at 2-8°C; Before reconstitution, micro-centrifuge vials briefly to spin down material to bottom of the vial; Reconstitute each vial by adding 25 µL of filtered lab grade water or PBS; Reconstituted antibodies can be stored at 2-8°C, or -20°C for long term storage. Avoid repeated freeze-thaws.

Reconstitute lyophilized antibody pellet with 25μL of ultrapure water or Phosphate Buffered Saline (PBS). Please refer to our reconstitution protocol and the specific application guidance on the suggested starting dilutions and sample type.

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