Rabbit Monoclonal antibody to MDA-5DEAD box proteins, characterized by the conserved motif Asp-Glu-Ala-Asp (DEAD), are putative RNA helicases. They are implicated in a number of cellular processes involving alteration of RNA secondary structure such as translation initiation, nuclear and mitochondrial splicing, and ribosome and spliceosome assembly. Based on their distribution patterns, some members of this family are believed to be involved in embryogenesis, spermatogenesis, and cellular growth and division. MDA-5 is a DEAD box protein that is upregulated in response to treatment with beta-interferon (IFNB) and a protein kinase C-activating compound, mezerein (MEZ). Irreversible reprogramming of melanomas can be achieved by treatment with both these agents; treatment with either agent alone only achieves reversible differentiation.
Immunogen
A synthetic peptide corresponding to residues in human MDA-5 was used as an immunogen.
Key Feature
Clonality
Monoclonal
Isotype
IgG
Clone Number
EPR6743
Host Species
Rabbit
Tested Applications
ICC/IFWB
ICC/IF: 1:250 - 500:
Species Reactivity
Human
Concentration
1mg/ml
Target Information
Gene Synonyms
Hlcd IDDM19 MDA-5 MDA5 MGC133047
Target
MDA-5
Application
Application
Western blot analysis on THP-1 treated with LPS cell lysate using anti-MDA-5 antibody
Application Notes
ICC/IF: 1:250 - 500:
Additional Information
Form
Liquid
Storage Instructions
Keep as concentrated solution. Aliquot and store at -20oC or below. Avoid multiple freeze-thaw cycles.