Abcam, ab59204, Anti-NFAT4/NF-ATc3 (phospho S165) antibody

Size: 100µg
Rabbit Polyclonal NFAT4/NF-ATc3 phospho S165 antibody. Suitable for ELISA, WB, ICC/IF and reacts with Mouse, Rat, Human samples. Cited in 6 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human NFATC3 phospho S165 aa 100-200.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human, Rat, Mouse,
Applications:WB, ELISA, ICC/IFSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Synthetic Peptide within Human NFATC3 phospho S165 aa 100-200. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.Q12968

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Purification notes-Affinity purified from rabbit antiserum by affinity chromatography using epitope specific phosphopeptide. The antibody against non-phosphopeptide was removed by chromatography using non-phosphopeptide corresponding to the phosphorylation site., Storage buffer-pH: 7.4Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 50% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 0.87% Sodium chloride, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions--20°C, Storage information-Stable for 12 months at -20°C

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
The protein NFAT4 also known as NF-ATc3 or NFATc3 is a transcription factor with a molecular mass of approximately 140 kDa. It is part of the nuclear factor of activated T-cells (NFAT) family. This protein primarily localizes in the cytoplasm and nucleus and is especially abundant in immune cells like T-cells and various other cell types including neuronal tissues and cardiac cells.
Biological function summary
NFAT4/NF-ATc3 acts as a regulator of gene expression by binding to DNA in the nucleus. It forms part of the NFAT complex working with other members of this family to regulate genes involved in cell differentiation and development. In immune cells this protein plays a role in mediating responses to external signals influencing cytokine production and aiding the regulation of immune responses. Other tissues including neurons and cardiac cells also rely on NFAT4 for specific signaling functions related to cell growth and survival.
Pathways
NFAT4/NF-ATc3 is involved in key signaling mechanisms notably the calcium signaling pathway. This pathway works closely with other proteins such as calcineurin which dephosphorylates NFAT proteins leading to their activation and nuclear translocation. Additionally interactions within the Ras/MAPK pathway highlight NFAT4's role in cell proliferation and differentiation processes interconnecting with various signaling proteins that drive these pathways.
Abnormal NFAT4 activity links to immune-related conditions and cardiac hypertrophy. Its dysregulation associates with autoimmune diseases wherein it affects T-cell activation and inflammation. In cardiac disorders excessive activation of NFAT4 in conjunction with calcineurin contributes to maladaptive cardiac growth presenting a potential therapeutic target for hypertrophic heart conditions. The understanding of NFAT4's involvement in these diseases emphasizes its significance in developing targeted treatments.