Abcam, ab106003, Anti-Glypican 1/ GPC1 antibody

Size: 100µg
Rabbit Polyclonal Glypican 1/ GPC1 antibody. Suitable for WB and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 2 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human GPC1.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Synthetic Peptide within Human GPC1. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.P35052,
Specificity:A BLAST analysis was used to suggest partial cross-reactivity with glypican from rat, mouse, Macaque, dog, cattle, and opossum sources based on 100 - 88% homology with the immunizing sequence. Cross-reactivity with glypican from other sources has not been determined.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Purification notes-Anti-Glypican-1 was protein A purified from monospecific antiserum by immunoaffinity chromatography using protein A coupled to agarose beads., Storage buffer-pH: 7.2Preservative: 0.01% Sodium azideConstituents: 0.88% Sodium chloride, 0.424% Potassium phosphate solution, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions--20°C, Storage information-Stable for 12 months at -20°C

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
Glypican 1 (GPC1) also known as glypican-1 is a heparan sulfate proteoglycan anchored to the cell membrane via a glycosylphosphatidylinositol (GPI) anchor. This protein belongs to the glypican family and has an approximate mass of 60 to 70 kDa. GPC1 is found mainly on the surface of cells in the central nervous system as well as in muscle tissues and certain epithelial cells. Its structure facilitates interaction with cell surface receptors and extracellular matrix components playing an important role in cellular communication and signaling processes.
Biological function summary
GPC1 influences the regulation of growth factors and morphogens and it has a significant role in the cell division and growth processes. It is not recognized as part of any larger protein complex but interacts with diverse ligand molecules. Researchers identify GPC1 as an important facilitator of fibroblast growth factors (FGF) and sonic hedgehog (Shh) signaling. Its interaction with molecular partners helps to regulate developmental signals important for proper cellular function and organ development.
Pathways
The contributions of GPC1 are observed in the hedgehog signaling pathway and fibroblast growth factor signaling. GPC1's interaction within the hedgehog pathway is critical for organizing cellular growth and differentiation while its involvement in the FGF pathway supports angiogenesis and wound healing. GPC1 coordinates with other glypican family members and related proteins like FGFR1 to mediate these signaling processes effectively.
Researchers have linked GPC1 with cancer progression and neurodegenerative diseases. Abnormal GPC1 expression is often noted in pancreatic cancer influencing tumor growth and metastasis through its modulation of growth factor signaling. Moreover its role in neurodegenerative conditions such as Alzheimer's disease establishes connections with amyloid-beta peptides and tau proteins contributing to disease pathogenesis. These associations make GPC1 an intriguing target for therapeutic intervention and a focus for ongoing medical research.