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Antigenic Specificity | MC1R |
Clone | polyclonal |
Host Species | Rabbit |
Reactive Species | human, mouse, rat |
Isotype | n/a |
Format | antigen affinity purified |
Size | 0.02 mL, 0.06 mL, 0.12 mL |
Concentration | 2.9mg/mL |
Applications | ELISA (EIA), Western Blot (WB) |
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Description | This intronless gene encodes the receptor protein for melanocyte-stimulating hormone (MSH). The encoded protein, a seven pass transmembrane G protein coupled receptor, controls melanogenesis. Two types of melanin exist: red pheomelanin and black eumelanin. Gene mutations that lead to a loss in function are associated with increased pheomelanin production, which leads to lighter skin and hair color. Eumelanin is photoprotective but pheomelanin may contribute to UV-induced skin damage by generating free radicals upon UV radiation. Binding of MSH to its receptor activates the receptor and stimulates eumelanin synthesis. This receptor is a major determining factor in sun sensitivity and is a genetic risk factor for melanoma and non-melanoma ski |
Immunogen | Immunogen: Synthetic peptide of human MC1R Calculated Molecular Weight: 35kDa |
Other Names | [CMM5, MSH-R, SHEP2] |
Gene, Accession # | [MC1R], NCBI: ACI23487.1 |
Catalog # | MBS2517165 |
Price | $110, $150, $225 |
Order / More Info | MC1R Antibody from MYBIOSOURCE INC. |
Product Specific References | n/a |