Abcam, ab180649, Anti-Natriuretic peptides A antibody

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Polyclonal proANP antibody. Suitable for WB and reacts with Mouse samples. Cited in 21 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human NPPA aa 1 to C-terminus.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse,
Applications:WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human NPPA aa 1 to C-terminus. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.P01160

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Storage buffer-pH: 7.3Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 50% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 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.
Natriuretic Peptides A also known as ANP ANF or NPPA are important cardiac hormones made by atrial myocytes in the heart. This peptide with a mass of around 28 amino acids plays an important role mechanically in modulating blood pressure and fluid balance. It achieves this by binding to receptors that activate cyclic GMP (cGMP) production leading to vasodilation. ANP expression is mainly found in cardiac muscle cells but also detected in other tissues under certain conditions.
Biological function summary
These peptides contribute to renal sodium excretion commonly known as natriuresis and also promote diuresis which increases urine volume. ANP functions as a singular hormone without forming part of a complex. Beyond its role in cardiovascular and renal systems ANP influences lipid metabolism and adipocyte functions which may have implications for metabolic health.
Pathways
ANP is engaged in the natriuretic peptide signaling pathway which is important for cardiovascular homeostasis. Within this pathway related proteins include B-type Natriuretic Peptide (BNP) and C-type Natriuretic Peptide (CNP) all of which share similar receptor interactions through cGMP. Additionally ANP impacts the renin-angiotensin system (RAS) a significant hormonal system regulating blood pressure and fluid balance by counteracting the actions of angiotensin II.
ANP is notably associated with heart failure where its levels can indicate disease severity and prognosis. Elevated ANP levels have also been linked to hypertension contributing to diagnostic evaluations alongside other biomarkers like BNP. Both heart failure and hypertension involve complex interactions between ANP and proteins such as angiotensin II within their pathophysiological frameworks.