GPVI Antibody: Glycoprotein VI (GP6) is a 58kD platelet membrane glycoprotein that plays a crucial role in the collagen-induced activation and aggregation of platelets. It is uniquely expressed by cells of the megakaryocytic/platelet lineage, and is a member of the immunoglobulin gene superfamily, closely related to Fc receptor gamma chain (FcRgamma) and natural killer receptors. Glycoprotein VI plays a key role in platelet procoagulant activity and subsequent thrombin and fibrin formation. This procoagulant function may contribute to arterial and venous thrombus formation. The signaling pathway involves the FcRgamma, the Src kinases (likely Fyn/Lyn), the adapter protein LAT and leads to the activation of phospholipase C gamma2. GPVI deficiency can result in bleeding disorders. Further study should reveal the extent of GPVI involvement in thrombotic disease and allow the development of alternative anti-thrombotic compounds.1) Jarvis GE, Atkinson BT, Snell DC, et al. Distinct roles of GPVI and integrin alpha(2) beta(1) in platelet shape change and aggregation induced by different collagens. Br. J. Pharmacol.2002; 137:107-17.
Immunogen
GPVI antibody was raised against a 18 amino acid synthetic peptide near the center of the human GPVI. The immunogen is located within amino acids 130 - 180 of GPVI.
Key Feature
Clonality
Polyclonal
Isotype
IgG
Host Species
Rabbit
Tested Applications
ELISAWB
GPVI antibody can be used for detection of GPVI by Western blot at 1 μg/mL.:
Western blot analysis of GPVI in A-20 lysate with GPVI antibody at 1μg/mL in either the absence or (B) the presence of blocking peptide.
Positive Control
1) Cat. No. 1288 - A20 Cell Lysate
Application Notes
GPVI antibody can be used for detection of GPVI by Western blot at 1 μg/mL.:
Additional Information
Form
Liquid
Storage Instructions
GPVI antibody can be stored at 4˚C for three months and -20˚C, stable for up to one year. As with all antibodies care should be taken to avoid repeated freeze thaw cycles. Antibodies should not be exposed to prolonged high temperatures.
Storage Buffer
GPVI Antibody is supplied in PBS containing 0.02% sodium azide.