Aquaporins selectively conduct water molecules in and out of the cell, while preventing the passage of ions and other solutes. Known as water channels, they are integral membrane pore proteins. Aquaporin 4 is constitutively expressed in the basolateralncell membrane of princinpal collecting duct cells in the kidney and provide a pathway for water to exit these cells. It is also expressed in astrocytes and is upregulated by direct insult to the CNS. Aquaporin 4 has been propsed as the primary autoimmune target in neuromyelitis optica.
应用类型
IF Microscopy,Western Blot,
免疫原
Aquaporin 4 Antibody was produced from whole rabbit serum prepared by repeated immunizations with a synthetic peptide corresponding to the C-terminal region of rat aquaporin 4.
来源宿主
Rabbit
反应性
H. sapiens (Human); Mus musculus (Mouse); Rattus (Rat)
保存建议
Store vial at -20° C prior to opening. Aliquot contents and freeze at -20° C or below for extended storage. Avoid cycles of freezing and thawing. Centrifuge product if not completely clear after standing at room temperature. This product is stable for several weeks at 4° C as an undiluted liquid. Dilute only prior to immediate use.
