Abcam, ab23426, Anti-NOTCH3 antibody

Size: 100µg
Anti-NOTCH3 antibody (ab23426) is a rabbit polyclonal antibody detecting NOTCH3 in Western Blot, IHC-P, ICC/IF . Suitable for Human, Mouse . - Over 120 publications - Trusted since 2006
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human, Mouse,
Applications:WB, IHC-P, ICC/IFSee 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:From Jan 2024, QC testing of replenishment batches of this polyclonal changed. All tested and expected application and reactive species combinations are still covered by our Abcam product promise. However, we no longer test all applications. For more information on a specific batch, please contact our Scientific Support who will be happy to help.

Product details:
What is this antibody validated in?
Anti-NOTCH3 antibody (ab23426) is a rabbit polyclonal antibody and is validated for use in Western Blot (WB), Immunohistochemistry (IHC-P), Immunocytochemistry/immunofluorescence (ICC/IF) in Human, Mouse samples.
What is the molecular weight of NOTCH3?
Anti-NOTCH3 (ab23426) specifically detects a band for NOTCH3 (UniProt: Q9UM47) at a molecular weight of 244kDa.
Trusted by the scientific community
Anti-NOTCH3 (ab23426) was first used in a scientific publication in 2006 and has been cited over 120 times in peer-reviewed journals.
Reviewed by scientists
Anti-NOTCH3 (ab23426) has over 20 independent reviews from customers.

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.
The NOTCH3 protein a significant player in the NOTCH signaling pathway is a transmembrane receptor involved in cell differentiation. Sometimes referred to as 'Notch3' this protein has a molecular weight of approximately 244 kDa. NOTCH3 is widely expressed in vascular smooth muscle cells and tissues such as arteries and lungs. The protein also plays an important role in the communication between adjacent cells because of its location on the cell surface.
Biological function summary
NOTCH3 influences various cellular processes including proliferation apoptosis and differentiation. NOTCH3 does not function alone it is part of a regulatory complex that mediates cellular context and fate decisions. The receptor is cleaved upon ligand binding to facilitate intracellular signaling. This signaling is critical in the development and maintenance of vascular integrity which highlights the protein's importance in both physiological and pathological contexts.
Pathways
NOTCH3 plays a role in the NOTCH signaling pathway essential for cell fate determination and the smooth muscle cell differentiation pathway. Ligands such as Jagged and Delta-like proteins trigger NOTCH3 activation. Upon activation the NOTCH3 intracellular domain translocates to the nucleus where it interacts with transcriptional regulators like RBPJ. This interaction modulates the expression of target genes influencing cell differentiation and proliferation.
NOTCH3 is implicated in Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy with Subcortical Infarcts and Leukoencephalopathy (CADASIL) a genetic vascular disorder. Mutations in the NOTCH3 gene result in the accumulation of the NOTCH3 protein within arterial walls leading to the characteristic symptoms of CADASIL. Additionally the protein has been linked to pulmonary arterial hypertension through shared pathways with proteins such as BMP2 and SMADs indicating its broader impact on vascular pathophysiology.