Abcam, ab20680, Anti-Brachyury / Bry antibody

Size: 100µg
Rabbit Polyclonal Brachyury / Bry antibody. Suitable for WB and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 61 publications.
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:The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.,
Specificity:The immunogen used to raise this antibody has 81% homology with the Mouse Brachyury protein. Some customers have successfully used ab20680 on mouse samples, however we have not been successful detecting Brachyury in this species in our own testing and therefore cannot guarantee mouse reactivity. Please contact Abcam Scientific Support for more information.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Storage buffer-pH: 7.4Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 1% 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.
The Brachyury protein also known as Bry or T acts as a transcription factor and belongs to the T-box family of genes. It consists of about 435 amino acids giving it an estimated mass of around 47 kDa. Brachyury plays a critical role in the development of the posterior mesoderm and nucleus pulposus during embryogenesis. It is strongly expressed in the notochord mesoderm and some tumor tissues. The protein's presence can be detected using specific assays such as Brachyury IHC (immunohistochemistry) and Brachyury stain which help identify Brachyury marker expression in both normal and pathological states.
Biological function summary
The Brachyury protein influences the morphogenetic movement in mesoderm development. It directly interacts with specific DNA sequences to regulate the transcription of target genes. Brachyury often operates as part of a larger transcriptional complex that manages the differentiation and migration of cells during embryogenesis. The gene's expression indicates mesodermal differentiation and is important for cell fate decisions within developing embryos.
Pathways
Brachyury plays a significant role in the Wnt signaling and the TGF-beta pathways. These pathways are essential in controlling cell proliferation and differentiation. Brachyury directly impacts the regulation of these pathways influencing other proteins like beta-catenin in Wnt signaling. This interconnectedness suggests its broader role in cellular communication and development processes potentially affecting gene expression across these pathways.
Brachyury has been associated with various cancers such as chordoma and other related tumors. Chordoma specifically involves the notochord where Brachyury marks the disease's presence. Other proteins like E-cadherin interact with Brachyury in tumor progression and metastasis. Understanding Brachyury's function helps in diagnosing and potentially targeting treatment options for these ailments.