Abcam, ab125301, Anti-Myf5 antibody

Size: 100µg
Rabbit Polyclonal MYF5 antibody. Suitable for WB, ICC/IF and reacts with Mouse, Human samples. Cited in 20 publications.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse, Human,
Applications:ICC/IF, WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.,
Specificity:Replenishment batches of our polyclonal antibody, ab125301 are tested in WB. Previous batches were additionally validated in ICC/IF. This application is still expected to work and is covered by our Abpromise guarantee. You may also be interested in our alternative recombinant antibody, ab125078.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Storage buffer-pH: 7.4Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 1% BSA, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage duration-1-2 weeks, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions--20°C, Aliquoting information-Upon delivery aliquot, Storage information-Avoid freeze / thaw cycle

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
Myf5 also known as Myogenic Factor 5 is a member of the myogenic regulatory factor (MRF) family. It plays a critical role in muscle differentiation. Myf5 has a molecular mass of approximately 29 kDa. It is expressed predominantly in skeletal muscle tissues. The protein is observed early in muscle development marking the beginning stages where muscle precursor cells commit to becoming muscle cells.
Biological function summary
Myf5 functions as a transcription factor that initiates muscle differentiation. It acts as part of a larger complex interacting with other MRFs such as MyoD and MYF6. These factors together regulate the expression of genes necessary for myoblasts to develop into mature muscle fibers. Myf5 directly binds to the promoter regions of target genes initiating transcription that supports muscle cell lineage progression.
Pathways
The myogenesis pathway is heavily influenced by Myf5 activity. It works in tandem with MyoD in the early specification of myoblasts and their proliferation. Secondary to this Myf5 forms a feedback loop with proteins like MEF2 and Pax7 which reinforces muscle identity. Myf5 expression helps maintain the balance between myoblast proliferation and differentiation ensuring effective muscle regeneration and repair.
Muscular dystrophy exemplifies a condition closely associated with Myf5. The protein's expression levels and functionality often correlate with the disease affecting muscle development and integrity. Satellite cells which express Myf5 become important in muscle repair and dysfunctional Myf5 can contribute to disease progression. Another disorder influenced by Myf5 is rhabdomyosarcoma where aberrant expression disrupts normal myogenic regulatory pathways alongside MyoD dysregulation potentially leading to tumorigenesis.