General description
Rho-related GTP-binding protein RhoC (UniProt: P08134; also known as Rho cDNA clone 9, h9) is encoded by the RHOC (also known as ARH9, ARHC) gene (Gene ID: 389) in human. Rho GTPases that belong to the Ras superfamily of small GTPases are molecular switches cycling between a GDP-bound off- and a GTP-bound on-state. Three Rho GTPases have been identified in higher vertebrates: RhoA, RhoB, and RhoC. Despite their 85% homology of sequence, they play distinct roles in cells. They regulate cytoskeletal organization and thus affect multiple cellular functions, including cell motility, polarity, and division by switching between the GTP and GDP bound states. This switch in states is tightly regulated by Rho GTPase Activating Proteins (RhoGAPs). RhoC, mainly localized in the cytoplasmic side of plasma membrane, is synthesized with a propeptide (aa 191-193), which is subsequently cleaved off to produce the mature form. It contains a GTPase binding domain in the N-terminus and its C-terminus region consists of a geranylgeranyl group and carboxyl methylation extension. It is widely reported to regulate actin organization and is shown to impact the motility of cancer cells and affects invasion and metastasis. It is reported to contribute to carcinoma progression of the breast, pancreas, lung, ovaries, and cervix. Overexpression of RhoC has been linked to aggressive forms of cancers. This ZooMAb® recombinant monoclonal antibody, generated by our propriety technology, offers significantly enhanced specificity, affinity, reproducibility, and stability over conventional monoclonals. (Ref.: Thomas, P., et al. (2019). J. Exp. Clin. Cancer Res. 38; Article 328; Lang, S., et al. (2017). Oncotarget. 8(50); 87364-87378).
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ZooMAb® antibodies represent an entirely new generation of recombinant monoclonal antibodies.
Each ZooMAb® antibody is manufactured using our proprietary recombinant expression system, purified to homogeneity, and precisely dispensed to produce robust and highly reproducible lot-to-lot consistency. Only top-performing clones are released for use by researchers. Each antibody is validated for high specificity and affinity across multiple applications, including its most commonly used application. ZooMAb® antibodies are reliably available and ready to ship when you need them.
Immunogen
KLH-conjugated linear peptide corresponding to 16 amino acids from the C-terminal region of human Rho-related GTP-binding protein RhoC (Rho C).
Application
Quality Control Testing
Evaluated by Western Blotting in MCF7 cell lysate.
Western Blotting Analysis: A 1:10,000 dilution of this antibody detected Rho C in MCF7 cell lysate.
Tested applications
Western Blotting Analysis: A 1:10,000 dilution from a representative lot detected Rho C in U2OS cell lysate.
Affinity Binding Assay: A representative lot of this antibody bound Rho C with a KD of 9.3 x 10-10 in an affinity binding assay.
Immunocytochemistry Analysis: A 1:100 dilution from a representative lot detected Rho C in A549 cells.
Note: Actual optimal working dilutions must be determined by end user as specimens, and experimental conditions may vary with the end user
Biochem/physiol Actions
Clone 3I23 is a ZooMAb® Rabbit recombinant monoclonal antibody that specifically detects RhoC. It targets an epitope within 16 amino acids from the C-terminal region.
Physical form
Purified recombinant rabbit monoclonal antibody IgG, lyophilized in PBS with 5% Trehalose, normal appearance a coarse or translucent resin. The PBS/trehalose components in the ZooMAb formulation can have the appearance of a semi-solid (bead like gel) after lyophilization. This is a normal phenomenon. Please follow the recommended reconstitution procedure in the data sheet to dissolve the semi-solid, bead-like, gel-appearing material. The resulting antibody solution is completely stable and functional as proven by full functional testing. Contains no biocide or preservatives, such as azide, or any animal by-products. Larger pack sizes provided as multiples of 25 μL.
Preparation Note
Recommend storage of lyophilized product at 2-8°C; Before reconstitution, micro-centrifuge vials briefly to spin down material to bottom of the vial; Reconstitute each vial by adding 25 μL of filtered lab grade water or PBS; Reconstituted antibodies can be stored at 2-8°C, or -20°C for long term storage. Avoid repeated freeze-thaws.
Reconstitute lyophilized antibody pellet with 25μL of ultrapure water or Phosphate Buffered Saline (PBS). Please refer to our reconstitution protocol and the specific application guidance on the suggested starting dilutions and sample type.
Legal Information
ZooMAb is a registered trademark of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany
Disclaimer
Unless otherwise stated in our catalog or other company documentation accompanying the product(s), our products are intended for research use only and are not to be used for any other purpose, which includes but is not limited to, unauthorized commercial uses, in vitro diagnostic uses, ex vivo or in vivo therapeutic uses or any type of consumption or application to humans or animals.
| biological source | rabbit |
| Quality Segment | 200 |
| recombinant | expressed in HEK 293 cells |
| conjugate | unconjugated |
| antibody form | purified antibody |
| antibody product type | primary antibodies |
| clone | 3I23, recombinant monoclonal |
| description | recombinant, expressed in HEK 293 cells |
| product line | ZooMAb® learn more |
| form | lyophilized |
| mol wt | observed mol wt ~18 kDa,calculated mol wt 22.01 kDa |
| purified by | using Protein A |
| species reactivity | human |
| species reactivity (predicted by homology) | mouse, rat |
| packaging | antibody small pack of 25 μL |
| greener alternative product characteristics | Waste Prevention Designing Safer Chemicals Design for Energy Efficiency Learn more about the Principles of Green Chemistry. |
| enhanced validation | recombinant expression Learn more about Antibody Enhanced Validation |
| sustainability | Greener Alternative Product |
| technique(s) | affinity binding assay: suitable,immunocytochemistry: suitable,western blot: suitable |
| isotype | IgG |
| epitope sequence | C-terminal |
| Protein ID accession no. | NP_786886 |
| UniProt accession no. | P08134 |
| greener alternative category | Aligned, |
| shipped in | ambient |
| storage temp. | 2-8°C |
| target post-translational modification | unmodified |
| Gene Information | human ... RHOC(389) |
