Abcam, ab28766, Anti-Myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein antibody - Oligodendrocyte Marker

Size: 100µg
Goat Polyclonal Myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein antibody. Suitable for WB and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 3 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human MOG aa 200 to C-terminus.
Key facts
Host species:Goat,
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:Synthetic Peptide within Human MOG aa 200 to C-terminus. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.Q16653,
Specificity:This antibody is expected to recognise NP_002424 (isf 1), NP_996532 (isf a1), NP_001008229 (isf a3), NP_996535 (isf a2).

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Purification notes-This antibody was purified from goat serum by ammonium sulphate precipitation followed by antigen affinity chromatography using the immunizing peptide., Storage buffer-pH: 7.3Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azideConstituents: 0.5% BSA, 0.5% Tris, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, 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.
Myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein (MOG) also known as MOG protein or MOG glycoprotein is a lesser-known but important component of the central nervous system myelin. The MOG protein has a molecular mass of approximately 26 to 28 kDa. You will find it expressed on the surface of myelin sheaths and oligodendrocytes. This protein plays a role in the myelination process acting as a potential adhesive molecule or signaling molecule contributing to the stability and integrity of the myelin structure. Oligodendrocyte staining techniques can help visualize the distribution and expression patterns of MOG making it important for research purposes.
Biological function summary
MOG influences the immune response and possibly adhesion between myelin membranes. Although it does not form part of a larger well-defined complex it may interact with other myelin-associated proteins to contribute to myelin construction and maintenance. MOG's involvement in these processes supports myelin sheath formation and function aiding electrical conduction in nerve cells. The protein's exposure on the myelin membrane makes it a possible target for immune attacks hinting at its role in autoimmunity.
Pathways
MOG is involved in immune responses and central nervous system pathways. One significant pathway is the autoimmune pathway where MOG can engage with or be targeted by autoimmune antibodies. It interacts with other proteins like myelin basic protein (MBP) in maintaining myelin structures and influencing immunological functions. This interaction implies that disturbances in these pathways might contribute to numerous neurological disorders.
MOG plays a critical role in conditions such as multiple sclerosis and neuromyelitis optica. In multiple sclerosis MOG is a target of autoantibodies leading to demyelination and loss of neural function. In neuromyelitis optica MOG antibodies may contribute to severe inflammation and damage in optic nerves and spinal cord. The connection between MOG and these diseases highlights associations with other proteins like aquaporin-4 which are similarly targeted in associated autoimmune responses. Understanding these relationships is key for developing diagnostics or therapies involving MOG ELISA methods to detect MOG-specific antibodies in patient samples.