MC1 Receptor (MC1R) Rabbit Polyclonal Antibody

Specifications

Product Data
Applications	WB
Recommend Dilution	WB,1:500 - 1:2000
Reactivity	Human, Mouse, Rat
Modifications	Unmodified
Host	Rabbit
Clonality	Polyclonal
Immunogen	A synthetic peptide corresponding to a sequence within amino acids 200 to the C-terminus of human MC1 Receptor (NP_002377.4).
Formulation	PBS with 0.05% proclin300,50% glycerol,pH7.3.
Concentration	lot specific
Purification	Affinity purification
Conjugation	Unconjugated
Storage Condition	Store at -20℃. Avoid freeze / thaw cycles.
Predicted Protein Size	34kDa
Gene Name	melanocortin 1 receptor
Database Link	Entrez Gene 4157 Human 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.
Synonyms	CMM5; MC1-R; MGC14337; MSH-R; MSHR; SHEP2
Reference Data

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