Abcam, ab201460, Anti-HNF-4-alpha antibody [EPR16885-99]

Size: 100µL / 1mL
Anti-HNF-4-alpha antibody [EPR16885-99] (ab201460) is a rabbit monoclonal antibody detecting HNF-4-alpha in Western Blot, Flow Cytometry (Intra), Flow Cytometry, IHC-P, ICC/IF . Suitable for Human, Mouse, Rat . - Biophysical QC for unrivalled batch-batch consistency - Over 10 publications
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR16885-99,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse, Rat, Human,
Applications:ICC/IF, IHC-P, Flow Cyt (Intra), WB, ChIC/CUT&RUN-seqSee 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:Mouse species are recommended based on IHC result. This antibody is unsuitable to be used in WB on mouse.

Product details:
What is this antibody validated in?
Anti-HNF-4-alpha antibody [EPR16885-99] (ab201460) is a rabbit recombinant monoclonal antibody and is validated for use in Western Blot (WB), Flow Cytometry (Intra), Flow Cytometry (Flow Cyt), Immunohistochemistry (IHC-P), Immunocytochemistry/immunofluorescence (ICC/IF) in Human, Mouse, Rat samples.
What is the molecular weight of HNF-4-alpha?
Anti-HNF-4-alpha [EPR16885-99] (ab201460) specifically detects a band for HNF-4-alpha (UniProt: P49698) at a molecular weight of 53kDa.
Trusted by the scientific community
Anti-HNF-4-alpha [EPR16885-99] (ab201460) was first used in a scientific publication in 2015 and has been cited over 10 times in peer-reviewed journals.
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What are the advantages of a recombinant monoclonal antibody?
This product is a recombinant monoclonal antibody, which offers several advantages including:
- High batch-to-batch consistency and reproducibility
- Improved sensitivity and specificity
- Long-term security of supply
- Animal-free batch production
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Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-pH: 7.2 - 7.4Preservative: 0.01% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 40% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 0.05% 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.
HNF-4-alpha also known as hepatocyte nuclear factor 4-alpha (HNF4A) is a nuclear protein that functions as a transcription factor. It plays an important role in regulating gene expression in the liver kidney and intestine. HNF-4-alpha has a molecular mass of about 54 kDa and is expressed in tissues where it maintains cellular differentiation and metabolic homeostasis. In cellular assays such as ELISA and CHIP detection of HNF-4-alpha provides insights into its expression levels and activity in various biological contexts.
Biological function summary
HNF-4-alpha influences the expression of genes involved in liver and pancreatic function. It acts as a transcriptional regulator that controls fatty acid oxidation gluconeogenesis and insulin secretion. HNF-4-alpha interacts with other proteins to form transcriptional complexes that fine-tune the expression of metabolic enzymes and transport proteins. This protein is key to ensuring that metabolic genes are expressed in a coordinated manner which is essential for maintaining normal metabolic processes.
Pathways
HNF-4-alpha participates in the insulin signaling and lipid metabolism pathways. Through these pathways it interacts with other transcription factors such as HNF-1-alpha and PPAR-alpha which coordinate the regulation of genes involved in glucose metabolism and fatty acid oxidation. HNF-4-alpha plays a critical role by modulating the expression of enzymes like gluconeogenic enzymes in response to metabolic needs which connects it to key metabolic pathways influencing overall energy homeostasis.
HNF-4-alpha is linked to maturity-onset diabetes of the young (MODY1) and certain types of liver diseases. Mutations or dysregulation in HNF-4-alpha can affect the expression of genes essential for insulin production and glucose metabolism leading to disorders like diabetes. Additionally HNF-4-alpha interacts with other proteins and transcription factors implicated in these conditions such as HNF-1-alpha. Understanding the role of HNF-4-alpha in these diseases can provide insights into potential therapeutic targets and intervention strategies.