Abcam, ab156008, Anti-Thyroglobulin antibody [EPR9730]

Size: 20µL / 100µL / 1mL
Anti-Thyroglobulin antibody [EPR9730] (ab156008) is a rabbit monoclonal antibody detecting Thyroglobulin 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 20 publications
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR9730,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse, Rat, Human,
Applications:Flow Cyt (Intra), ICC/IF, WB, IHC-PSee 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 mouse and rat recommendation is based on the WB results. We do not guarantee IHC-P for mouse and rat.

Product details:
What is this antibody validated in?
Anti-Thyroglobulin antibody [EPR9730] (ab156008) 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 Thyroglobulin?
Anti-Thyroglobulin [EPR9730] (ab156008) specifically detects a band for Thyroglobulin (UniProt: P01266) at a molecular weight of 305kDa.
Trusted by the scientific community
Anti-Thyroglobulin [EPR9730] (ab156008) was first used in a scientific publication in 2013 and has been cited over 20 times in peer-reviewed journals.
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Patented technology
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technology is a patented hybridoma-based technology for making rabbit monoclonal antibodies. For details on our patents, please refer to
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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
For more information, read more on
recombinant antibodies

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-Preservative: 0.01% Sodium azide Constituents: 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.
Thyroglobulin often abbreviated as Tg is a glycoprotein with a molecular mass of approximately 660 kDa. It is expressed primarily in the thyroid gland particularly within the follicular cells. This protein serves as a precursor for thyroid hormones such as thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3). High thyroglobulin levels in the bloodstream can indicate altered thyroid function and clinicians frequently measure these levels for diagnostic purposes. Researchers have developed specific anti-thyroglobulin antibodies to facilitate the study and measurement of this protein in various contexts.
Biological function summary
Thyroglobulin plays a critical role in the synthesis and storage of thyroid hormones. It acts as a scaffold for iodination and hormone synthesis within the colloid of thyroid follicles. Thyroglobulin is not part of a protein complex; rather it undergoes iodination to form hormone precursors that later convert into active hormones. Anti-thyroglobulin antibodies can be used in research or diagnostic labs to detect the presence or concentration of thyroglobulin in serum samples. These antibodies help in understanding the nuances of thyroid hormone biosynthesis and in monitoring thyroid activity.
Pathways
Thyroglobulin is deeply involved in the thyroid hormone synthesis pathway a fundamental part of the endocrine system's operations. This process connects closely with the iodine metabolism pathway as iodine plays an essential role in hormone production. Thyroglobulin interacts indirectly with proteins like thyroid peroxidase which catalyzes iodination of thyroglobulin. The synthesis and release of thyroid hormones proceed through a carefully orchestrated sequence affecting many physiological processes including metabolism growth and development.
Thyroglobulin has associations with conditions such as thyroid cancer and autoimmune thyroid diseases. For instance elevated serum thyroglobulin can serve as a tumor marker in differentiated thyroid cancer. Anti-thyroglobulin antibodies are often present in autoimmune thyroid diseases like Hashimoto's thyroiditis where the body's immune system mistakenly targets thyroid proteins. Thyroid peroxidase antibodies are also common in these disorders indicating a shared autoimmune response against thyroid-specific antigens. Understanding these relationships aids in the diagnosis and management of thyroid-related conditions.