Abcam, ab134014, Anti-NeuN antibody - Neuronal Marker

Size: 50µg
Chicken Polyclonal NeuN antibody. Neuron marker. Suitable for IHC-P, WB and reacts with Human, Mouse, Rat samples. Cited in 34 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Mouse Rbfox3 conjugated to Keyhole Limpet Haemocyanin.
Key facts
Host species:Chicken,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgY,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse, Rat, Human,
Applications:WB, IHC-PSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Synthetic Peptide within Mouse Rbfox3 conjugated to Keyhole Limpet Haemocyanin. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.Q8BIF2,
Specificity:We recommend ab177487 as an alternative for IHC-P and WB.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification, Purification notes-ab134014 was affinity-purified from the IgY fraction prepared from eggs laid by immunised hens., Storage buffer-pH: 7Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 0.9% Sodium chloride, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions-+4°C

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
NeuN also known as Fox-3 or Rbfox3 serves as a vital neuronal marker and has a molecular weight of about 46-50 kDa. This nuclear protein is commonly found in neuronal cells in the central nervous system but it does not appear in glial cells. Researchers use NeuN staining as an effective tool to identify neurons in various brain regions due to its reliable expression pattern in mature neurons. The presence of NeuN can be detected using methods such as NeuN IHC (immunohistochemistry) and NeuN Western blot aiding in cellular and tissue analysis.
Biological function summary
NeuN plays an essential role in the regulation of RNA-binding influencing the splicing and stability of transcripts. It forms part of the complex network responsible for managing neuron-specific gene expression. By interacting with other RNA-binding proteins NeuN contributes to the fine-tuning needed for proper neuronal development and function. As a result NeuN helps maintain the health and activity of nerve cells allowing them to perform complex neurological tasks.
Pathways
NeuN has a significant role in neuronal differentiation and plasticity pathways. NeuN coordinates with elements of the Notch signaling pathway which is important for guiding cell fate decisions in the nervous system. It also interacts with related proteins like Fox proteins involved in splicing regulation. These pathways ensure neurons develop differentiate and function correctly within the nervous system's precise architecture.
Disruptions in NeuN expression link closely to neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson's disease and Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Abnormal NeuN expression correlates with neuron loss and dysfunction in these conditions with connectivity to other affected proteins like alpha-synuclein in Parkinson's disease. In ALS abnormal NeuN-staining patterns indicate neuronal cell death serving as a potential marker for disease progression. Studying these connections improves our understanding of disease mechanisms and aids in the development of targeted therapies.