MC1-R Polyclonal Antibody
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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 skin cancer. Over 30 variant alleles have been identified which correlate with skin and hair color, providing evidence that MC1R(MSH) is an important component in determining normal human pigment variation.
Fully tested in-house by ABMIUM, or supported by an advanced validation report from a partner reviewed by ABMIUM. Highest confidence. Non-conformities fully supported under the ABMIUM Product Promise.
Quality verified. Independent collaborator or expected-performance data available. Product meets ABMIUM quality standards.
Expected to work based on structural and biochemical data. Not yet directly tested by ABMIUM or a collaborator. No non-conformity support for this combination.
Not recommended for this application or species/sample combination. This may indicate either evidence of unsuitability or that the combination has not been tested and therefore cannot currently be recommended.
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This product is manufactured by BT LAB and sold through ABMIUM without relabelling.
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