ATP-binding cassette sub-family G member 8 is a protein that in humans is encoded by the ABCG8 gene. The protein encoded by this gene is a member of the superfamily of ATP-binding cassette (ABC) transporters. ABC proteins transport various molecules across extra- and intra-cellular membranes. ABC genes are divided into seven distinct subfamilies (ABC1, MDR/TAP, MRP, ALD, OABP, GCN20, White). This protein is a member of the White subfamily. The protein encoded by this gene functions to exclude non-cholesterol sterol entry at the intestinal level, promote excretion of cholesterol and sterols into bile, and to facilitate transport of sterols back into the intestinal lumen. It is expressed in a tissue-specific manner in the liver, intestine, and gallbladder. This gene is tandemly arrayed on chromosome 2, in a head-to-head orientation with family member ABCG5. Mutations in this gene may contribute to sterol accumulation and atherosclerosis, and have been observed in patients with sitosterolemia.
Formulation
0.5mg/ml if reconstituted with 0.2ml sterile DI water
Host
Rabbit
Immunogen Region
Amino acids 328-371 (DRRSREQELATREKAQSLAALFLEKVRDLDDFLWKAETKDLDED) from the human protein were used as the immunogen for the ABCG8 antibody.
Isotype
IgG
Predicted Reactivity
Human, Mouse, Rat
Reactivity
Human, Mouse, Rat
Recombinant
No
Antigen
ABCG8
Uniprot
Q9H221
Buffer
Lyophilized from 1X PBS with 2.5% BSA, 0.025% sodium azide
Format
Antigen affinity purified
Purification
Antigen affinity
Storage
After reconstitution, the ABCG8 antibody can be stored for up to one month at 4°C. For long-term, aliquot and store at -20°C. Avoid repeated freezing and thawing.