Synonyms: Anti-Pannexin-1
Storage: -20C
Application: Anti-PANX1 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.
Biochem Physiol Actions: PANX1 (pannexin 1), a novel member of the pannexin family, is involved in the hemichannel activity including propagation of calcium waves, release of IL-1beta, and responses to ischemic conditions. It acts as a gap junction molecule during the formation of Ca2+ permeable gap junction channels. It has also been reported that overexpressed PanX1 causes the formation of Ca2+ permeable gap junction channels between adjacent cells followed by direct intercellular Ca2+ diffusion and facilitating intercellular Ca2+ wave propagation. It has been suggested that PANX1 may be active in the pathways for intra- and intercellular calcium signaling and homeostasis.
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