Abcam, ab125219, Anti-Aquaporin 3 antibody

Size: 100µg
Anti-Aquaporin 3 antibody (ab125219) is a rabbit polyclonal antibody detecting Aquaporin 3 in Western Blot, Flow Cytometry, IHC-P, ICC/IF . Suitable for  Human, Mouse, Rat . - Over 60 publications
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse, Rat, Human,
Applications:IHC-P, ICC/IF, Flow Cyt (Intra), WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Synthetic Peptide within Human AQP3 aa 250 to C-terminus. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.Q92482

Product details:
What is this antibody validated in?
Anti-Aquaporin 3 antibody (ab125219) is a rabbit polyclonal antibody and is validated for use in Western Blot (WB), Flow Cytometry (Flow Cyt), Immunohistochemistry (IHC-P), Immunocytochemistry/immunofluorescence (ICC/IF) in Human, Mouse, Rat samples.
What is the molecular weight of Aquaporin 3?
Anti-Aquaporin 3 (ab125219) specifically detects a band for Aquaporin 3 (UniProt: Q92482) at a molecular weight of 32kDa.
Trusted by the scientific community
Anti-Aquaporin 3 (ab125219) was first used in a scientific publication in 2012 and has been cited over 60 times in peer-reviewed journals.
Reviewed by scientists
Anti-Aquaporin 3 (ab125219) has over 5 independent reviews from customers.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Storage buffer-Preservative: 0.025% Sodium azide, 0.025% Thimerosal (merthiolate)Constituents: 2.5% BSA, 0.45% Sodium chloride, 0.1% Disodium hydrogenorthophosphate, 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.
Aquaporin 3 (AQP3) also known as AQP-3 is a water and glycerol channel protein with a molecular weight of approximately 31 kDa. It facilitates the transport of water glycerol and other small solutes across cell membranes. AQP3 is expressed in a variety of tissues including the epidermis kidney respiratory tract and gastrointestinal tract. The protein's ability to transport glycerol is especially important in maintaining skin hydration and elasticity.
Biological function summary
Aquaporin channels such as AQP3 aid in the osmotic balance and are part of the cell membrane's permeability machinery. AQP3 forms functional homotetrameric structures that integrate into the plasma membrane. Each monomer of AQP3 contains a pore for the passage of water and other small molecules. This structural arrangement allows cells to regulate fluid movement and maintain homeostasis particularly in epithelial tissues.
Pathways
AQP3 engages in the regulation of transepithelial water movement and is involved in glycerol metabolism pathways. It interacts with proteins such as AQP1 and AQP4 supporting fluid transport across various organs. In epidermal cells AQP3 plays a role in the glycerol transport pathway important for skin barrier function and wound healing processes. Its role in these pathways highlights its contribution to cellular hydration and metabolic functions.
AQP3 has links to conditions like psoriasis and kidney dysfunction. Aberrant expression of AQP3 can contribute to skin disorders by disrupting hydration balance and affecting glycerol transport. In the kidney altered AQP3 expression impacts water reabsorption and can exacerbate renal pathologies. The interaction of AQP3 with other aquaporins like AQP1 suggests a collaborative role in disease progression through shared pathways involving fluid balance anomalies.