Anti-GAD67 Antibody, clone 4B5 ZooMAb^® Rabbit Monoclonal

Glutamate decarboxylase 1 (UniProt: Q99259; also known as EC:4.1.1.15, 67 kDa glutamic acid decarboxylase, GAD-67, Glutamate decarboxylase 67 kDa isoform) is encoded by the GAD1 (also known as GAD, GAD67) gene (Gene ID:2571) in human. GAD67 is responsible for the conversion of glutamic acid to gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), the major inhibitory transmitter in higher brain regions, and putative paracrine hormone in pancreatic islets. Two molecular forms of GAD have been described (65 kDa and 67 kDa) that display 64% amino acid homology and both forms are expressed in the CNS, pancreatic islet cells, testis, oviduct, and ovary. Between the two isoforms, GAD67 is responsible for over 90% of basal GABA synthesis and is produced at limiting levels in the brain. These isoforms are regionally distributed in cytoplasm in the brains of rats and mice. GAD67 expression is shown to change during neural development in rat spinal cord and its expression seems to be particularly plastic and can change in response to experimental manipulation and disease progression. Mutations in GAD1 gene are known to cause spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy, a non-progressive disorder of movement and/or posture resulting from defects in the developing central nervous system. This ZooMAb^® recombinant monoclonal antibody, generated by our propriety technology, offers significantly enhanced specificity, affinity, reproducibility, and stability over conventional monoclonals.

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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 20 amino acids from the N-terminal region of human Glutamate decarboxylase 1 (GAD67).

Quality Control Testing

Evaluated by Western Blotting in Rat Brain tissue lysate.

Western Blotting Analysis: A 1:1,000 dilution of this antibody detected GAD67 in Rat brain tissue lysate.

Tested Applications

Western Blotting Analysis: A 1:1,000 dilution from a representative lot detected GAD67 in Human brain tissue lysate.

Immunohistochemistry (Paraffin) Analysis: A 1:100 dilution from a representative lot detected GAD67 in human cerebral cortex tissue sections.

Immunofluorescence Analysis: A 1:100 dilution from a representative lot detected GAD67 in human cerebral cortex tissue sections.

Affinity Binding Assay: A representative lot of this antibody bound GAD67 peptide with a KD of 2.3 x 10-8 in an affinity binding assay.

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

Anti-GAD67, clone 4B5 ZooMAb^®, Cat. No. ZRB1090, is a recombinant Rabbit monoclonal antibody that specifically targets GAD67 and is tested for use in Affinity Binding Assay, Immunofluorescence, Immunohistochemistry (Paraffin), and Western Blotting.

Clone 4B5 is a ZooMAb^® rabbit recombinant monoclonal antibody that specifically detects Glutamate decarboxylase 1 (GAD67). It targets an epitope within 20 amino acids from the N-terminal region.

Purified recombinant mouse monoclonal antibody IgG, lyophilized in PBS, 5% Trehalose, normal appearance a coarse or translucent resin. 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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