{"product_id":"abcam-ab150419","title":"Abcam, ab150419, Anti-MC4-R antibody [EPR6534(2)(ABC)]","description":"\u003cp\u003eSize: 100µL \/ 1mL\u003cbr\u003e\nRabbit Recombinant Monoclonal MC4-R antibody. Suitable for WB and reacts with Human, Mouse, Rat samples. Cited in 4 publications.\u003cbr\u003e\nKey facts\u003cbr\u003e\nHost species:Rabbit,\u003cbr\u003e\nClonality:Monoclonal,\u003cbr\u003e\nClone number:EPR6534(2)(ABC),\u003cbr\u003e\nIsotype:IgG,\u003cbr\u003e\nCarrier free:No,\u003cbr\u003e\nReacts with:Mouse, Rat, Human,\u003cbr\u003e\nApplications:WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,\u003cbr\u003e\nImmunogen:The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProduct details:\u003cbr\u003e\nPatented technology\u003cbr\u003e\nOur RabMAb\u003cbr\u003e\ntechnology is a patented hybridoma-based technology for making rabbit monoclonal antibodies. For details on our patents, please refer to\u003cbr\u003e\nRabMAb® patents\u003cbr\u003e\nWhat are the advantages of a recombinant monoclonal antibody?\u003cbr\u003e\nThis product is a recombinant monoclonal antibody, which offers several advantages including:\u003cbr\u003e\n- High batch-to-batch consistency and reproducibility\u003cbr\u003e\n- Improved sensitivity and specificity\u003cbr\u003e\n- Long-term security of supply\u003cbr\u003e\n- Animal-free batch production\u003cbr\u003e\nFor more information, read more on\u003cbr\u003e\nrecombinant antibodies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProperties and Storage Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nForm-Liquid, Purity-Tissue culture supernatant, Storage buffer-pH: 7.2 - 7.4Preservative: 0.01% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 50% Tissue culture supernatant, 40% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 0.05% BSA, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions--20°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupplementary Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nThis supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe melanocortin-4 receptor also known as MC4-R is a G protein-coupled receptor found within the melanocortin receptor family. It has a molecular mass of approximately 38 kDa. MC4-R is expressed in the central nervous system with high levels in the hypothalamus a region that regulates energy balance and homeostasis. The receptor is activated by several peptide ligands including alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH) and it interacts with specific signaling cascades through G proteins.\u003cbr\u003e\nBiological function summary\u003cbr\u003e\nThe actions through MC4-R are important for energy regulation and appetite control. As part of the melanocortin system MC4-R influences feeding behavior and energy expenditure. Its activation by endogenous or synthetic MC4-R activators suppresses appetite and increases energy consumption. The receptor does not work alone; it forms part of a signaling complex involving other receptor proteins such as MC3-R. The activity of MC4-R also connects to the regulation of body weight and influences fat mass.\u003cbr\u003e\nPathways\u003cbr\u003e\nMC4-R plays an important role in the leptin-melanocortin pathway and the central regulation of energy homeostasis. Leptin a hormone produced by adipose tissues acts upstream by enhancing α-MSH production which in turn activates MC4-R. This activation leads to reduced food intake and increased thermogenesis. Moreover MC4-R interacts with another important signaling protein AGRP (Agouti-related peptide) which acts as an antagonist opposing the effects of α-MSH and regulating energy balance in a complex feedback system.\u003cbr\u003e\nMutations or dysregulation of MC4-R are linked to obesity and metabolic syndrome. About 5% of severe early-onset obesity cases involve mutations in the MC4-R gene. The receptor influences the risk for obesity-related conditions through its interactions with AGRP and α-MSH. Additionally compromised MC4-R signaling can lead to disorders such as cachexia where it impacts appetite and metabolism related to conditions like cancer or chronic illness. Defective MC4-R activity therefore is important in understanding the intricate balance between appetite energy expenditure and body mass control.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Abcam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46850307588265,"sku":"ab150419","price":0.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/iright.com\/es\/products\/abcam-ab150419","provider":"Iright","version":"1.0","type":"link"}