Clone: 5G10
Background: The rat alpha 2b adrenergic receptor is a G protein coupled receptor which acts through Gi2 and is responsible for Cellular communication and signal transduction. These receptors are linked to pertussis toxin-sensitive G proteins. Agonist binding leads to inhibition of adenylyl cyclase, inhibition of Ca(2+) channels and activation of K(+) channels. Recently, three distinct subtypes of alpha(2)-AR were described, alpha(2A)-AR, alpha(2B)-AR and alpha(2C)-AR. At present, it is unknown which of these alpha(2)-AR subtype(s) may regulate insulin secretion.
Positive Control: MDCK cells transfected with rat alpha2B adrenergic receptors.
Purification Method: Protein A/G Chromatography
Concentration: See vial for concentration
Source: Mouse monoclonal antibody raised to a synthetic peptide corresponding to the third intracellular loop of the rat alpha 2b adrenergic receptor.
Formulation: Provided as solution in phosphate buffered saline with 0.08% sodium azide
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UniProt: P19328
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