GABAA Receptor Alpha 5 Antibody, Clone N415/24: PerCP
Product Sizes
100 ug
SMC-494D-PCP-100UG
About this Product
- SKU:
- SMC-494D-PCP
- Additional Names:
- Gamma-aminobutyric acid receptor subunit alpha-5, GABA(A) receptor subunit alpha-5, GABRA5, Gamma aminobutyric acid A receptor alpha 5, GBRA5_HUMAN
- Application:
- Immunocytochemistry, Immunofluorescence, Immunohistochemistry, Western Blot
- Buffer:
- 95.46mM Phosphate, 2.48mM MES and 2mM EDTA
- CE/IVD:
- RUO
- translate.label.attr.clone:
- N415/24 (Formerly sold as S415-24)
- Clonality:
- Monoclonal
- Conjugate:
- PerCP
- Concentration:
- 1 mg/ml
- Extra Details:
- The GABA-A receptor alpha 5 subunit (GABRA5) is a critical component of the GABA-A receptor complex, the brain's primary fast-acting inhibitory neurotransmitter system. As part of the ligand-gated ion channel superfamily, GABRA5 is predominantly expressed in the hippocampus, where it plays a central role in modulating tonic inhibition, synaptic plasticity, and cognitive function. Recent research has highlighted GABRA5 as a promising target in neurodegenerative disease, particularly Alzheimer's disease. Inverse agonists selective for GABRA5-containing receptors have shown potential in enhancing learning and memory by reducing excessive inhibitory tone, which is often elevated in neurodegenerative states. This modulation of GABRA5 activity may help restore excitatory-inhibitory balance, improve cognitive performance, and slow disease progression. Beyond Alzheimer's, GABRA5 is also being investigated for its role in age-related cognitive decline and other neurological disorders characterized by impaired GABAergic signaling. Its unique pharmacological profile and region-specific expression make it an attractive candidate for precision therapies aimed at cognitive enhancement and neuroprotection. As neuroscience advances toward targeted interventions, GABRA5 stands out as a key molecular player in the development of next-generation treatments for neurodegenerative diseases.
- Host:
- Mouse
- Immunogen:
- Fusion protein amino acids 368-419 (last cytoplasmic domain before extracellular C-terminus) of human GABA A Receptor Alpha5.
- Isotype:
- IgG1
- Purification:
- Protein G Purified
- Reactivities:
- Human, Mouse, Rat
- Shipping Conditions:
- Blue Ice
- Specificity:
- Detects ~55kDa. Does not cross-react with GABA A Receptor Alpha2 or other GABA-A Receptors based on KO validation data.
- Storage Conditions:
- See Manual
- Supplier:
- StressMarq Biosciences
- Type:
- Antibody: Monoclonal Antibody
