Abcam, ab307652, Anti-Repulsive guidance molecule A antibody [EPR26279-90]

Size: 20µL / 100µL / 1mL
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal Repulsive Guidance Molecule A antibody. Suitable for Flow Cyt (Intra), WB and reacts with Mouse, Human, Rat samples.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR26279-90,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Rat, Mouse, Human,
Applications:WB, Flow Cyt (Intra)See 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.

Product details:
Patented technology
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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.
Repulsive Guidance Molecule A (RGMa) also known as RGM domain family member A is a glycoprotein involved in axon guidance and neuronal differentiation. It has a molecular weight of approximately 37 kDa. RGMa is expressed broadly in the central nervous system particularly in developing nervous tissues. Beyond the CNS RGMa is also found in various non-neuronal tissues. Its role in axonal repulsion is facilitated by its interaction with the Neogenin receptor influencing the directionality and pathfinding of growing nerve fibers.
Biological function summary
RGMa plays a role in maintaining the structural organization of the nervous system by preventing aberrant nerve growth. RGMa forms part of a larger signaling complex that influences cell differentiation and migration. It acts by binding to Neogenin and recruiting co-receptors such as bone morphogenetic proteins (BMP) which regulate the differentiation and proliferation of neural progenitor cells. This interaction highlights its involvement in maintaining proper neural architecture and functionality.
Pathways
RGMa engages in the BMP signaling pathway and the axon guidance pathway. Its interaction with BMP proteins affects the Smad signaling cascade ultimately influencing gene expression essential for neuronal differentiation. Furthermore RGMa's influence on axon guidance involves coordination with other guidance cues that help establish neural circuitry during development. Its functional relationship with Neogenin and BMP signaling pathways highlights its regulatory role in neural patterning.
RGMa is linked to conditions such as spinal cord injury and multiple sclerosis. In the context of spinal cord injury increased expression of RGMa contributes to the inhibition of neural regeneration due to its repulsive signaling effects. It interacts with other proteins including Neogenin to exacerbate the inhibitory environment post-injury. In multiple sclerosis RGMa regulates immune cell infiltration into the CNS linking it to disease progression and pathology. Understanding RGMa's role opens potential therapeutic avenues to modulate its activity in these disorders.