Western Blot (WB)
(Western Blot analysis of extracts of various cell lines, using MICA antibody.)
Rabbit MICA Polyclonal Antibody | anti-MICA antibody
MICA Polyclonal Antibody
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Western Blot (WB)
(Western Blot analysis of extracts of various cell lines, using MICA antibody.)
Western Blot (WB)
(Western Blot analysis of extracts of various cell lines, using MICA antibody.)
NCBI and Uniprot Product Information
NCBI Description
This gene encodes the highly polymorphic major histocompatability complex class I chain-related protein A. The protein product is expressed on the cell surface, although unlike canonical class I molecules it does not seem to associate with beta-2-microglobulin. It is a ligand for the NKG2-D type II integral membrane protein receptor. The protein functions as a stress-induced antigen that is broadly recognized by intestinal epithelial gamma delta T cells. Variations in this gene have been associated with susceptibility to psoriasis 1 and psoriatic arthritis, and the shedding of MICA-related antibodies and ligands is involved in the progression from monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance to multiple myeloma. Alternative splicing of this gene results in multiple transcript variants. [provided by RefSeq, Jan 2014]
Uniprot Description
MICA: Seems to have no role in antigen presentation. Acts as a stress-induced self-antigen that is recognized by gamma delta T- cells. Ligand for the KLRK1/NKG2D receptor. Binding to KLRK1 leads to cell lysis. Anti-MICA antibodies and ligand shedding are involved in the progression of monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance (MGUS)to multiple myeloma. Genetic variations in MICA may be a cause of susceptibility to psoriasis type 1 (PSORS1). Psoriasis is a common, chronic inflammatory disease of the skin with multifactorial etiology. It is characterized by red, scaly plaques usually found on the scalp, elbows and knees. These lesions are caused by abnormal keratinocyte proliferation and infiltration of inflammatory cells into the dermis and epidermis. Genetic variation in MICA is a cause of susceptibility to psoriatic arthritis (PSORAS). PSORAS is an inflammatory, seronegative arthritis associated with psoriasis. It is a heterogeneous disorder ranging from a mild, non-destructive disease to a severe, progressive, erosive arthropathy. Five types of psoriatic arthritis have been defined: asymmetrical oligoarthritis characterized by primary involvement of the small joints of the fingers or toes; asymmetrical arthritis which involves the joints of the extremities; symmetrical polyarthritis characterized by a rheumatoidlike pattern that can involve hands, wrists, ankles, and feet; arthritis mutilans, which is a rare but deforming and destructive condition; arthritis of the sacroiliac joints and spine (psoriatic spondylitis). Belongs to the MHC class I family. MIC subfamily. 2 isoforms of the human protein are produced by alternative splicing.
Protein type: Membrane protein, integral
Chromosomal Location of Human Ortholog: 6p21.33
Cellular Component: extracellular space; cell surface; integral to plasma membrane; cytoplasm
Molecular Function: protein binding; beta-2-microglobulin binding; antigen binding; natural killer cell lectin-like receptor binding
Biological Process: antigen processing and presentation; viral reproduction; natural killer cell mediated cytotoxicity; response to heat; cytolysis; defense response to bacterium; immune response to tumor cell; gamma-delta T cell activation; response to DNA damage stimulus; defense response to virus; T cell mediated cytotoxicity
Disease: Psoriatic Arthritis, Susceptibility To; Psoriasis 1, Susceptibility To
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Product Notes
The MICA mica (Catalog #AAA3008114) is an Antibody produced from Rabbit and is intended for research purposes only. The product is available for immediate purchase. The MICA Polyclonal Antibody reacts with Human, Mouse, Rat and may cross-react with other species as described in the data sheet. AAA Biotech's MICA can be used in a range of immunoassay formats including, but not limited to, Western Blot (WB). WB: 1:500-1:2000. Researchers should empirically determine the suitability of the MICA mica for an application not listed in the data sheet. Researchers commonly develop new applications and it is an integral, important part of the investigative research process. It is sometimes possible for the material contained within the vial of "MICA, Polyclonal Antibody" to become dispersed throughout the inside of the vial, particularly around the seal of said vial, during shipment and storage. We always suggest centrifuging these vials to consolidate all of the liquid away from the lid and to the bottom of the vial prior to opening. Please be advised that certain products may require dry ice for shipping and that, if this is the case, an additional dry ice fee may also be required.Precautions
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