G protein-coupled receptor 179 (GPR179) is a 2367 amino acid orphan G protein receptor. It is expressed in all vertebrates and is part of the glutamate receptor or class C GPCR proteins. GPR179 contains an amino-terminal region with a calcium-binding epidermal growth factor (EGF)-like domain, a carboxyl-terminal region having a short motif and seven transmembrane domain regions. The gene encoding the protein is located on chromosome 17.
Synonyms: Anti-CSNB1E; Anti-GPR158L1
Storage: -20C
Application: Anti-GPR179 antibody produced in rabbit, a Prestige Antibody, is developed and validated by the Human Protein Atlas (HPA) project (www.proteinatlas.org). Each antibody is tested by immunohistochemistry against hundreds of normal and disease tissues. These images can be viewed on the Human Protein Atlas (HPA) site by clicking on the Image Gallery link. The antibodies are also tested using immunofluorescence and western blotting. To view these protocols and other useful information about Prestige Antibodies and the HPA, visit sigma.com/prestige. Anti-GPR179 antibody produced in rabbit has been used for enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA).
Biochem Physiol Actions: G protein-coupled receptor 179 (GPR179) has a depolarizing bipolar cell (DBC) function. It takes part in the DBC signal transduction pathway for normal rod vision in the eye. Mutations in the gene encoding GPR179 have been linked to autosomal-recessive congenital stationary night blindness.
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