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Argonaute 3 (AGO3), also known as EIF2C3, is a member of the Argonaute protein family that functions in RNA-mediated gene silencing and post-transcriptional regulation. Argonaute 3 Antibody is used to detect this protein, which serves as a core component of the RNA-induced silencing complex (RISC) and contributes to gene expression control through interactions with microRNAs and small interfering RNAs.
AGO3 belongs to a conserved family of RNA-binding proteins that includes AGO1, AGO2, AGO3, and AGO4. These proteins associate with short RNA guides to direct sequence-specific recognition of target messenger RNAs, resulting in translational repression or mRNA destabilization. While AGO2 is the primary catalytic Argonaute responsible for endonucleolytic cleavage of target transcripts, AGO3 is thought to play a more regulatory role, contributing to stabilization and function of RISC complexes.
Structurally, AGO3 contains conserved PAZ and PIWI domains that mediate binding of small RNAs and interaction with target transcripts. The PAZ domain anchors the 3' end of guide RNAs, while the PIWI domain adopts an RNase H-like fold that supports RISC assembly. Although AGO3 has limited slicing activity compared to AGO2, its presence is essential for proper formation and function of RNA silencing complexes.
AGO3 is predominantly localized in the cytoplasm, where it is enriched in processing bodies and other ribonucleoprotein granules involved in mRNA storage and turnover. It may also be detected in the nucleoplasm, reflecting dynamic regulation of RNA processing pathways. Its widespread expression across tissues highlights the importance of RNA interference mechanisms in maintaining cellular homeostasis.
Dysregulation of AGO3 and related Argonaute proteins has been implicated in cancer and other diseases involving altered gene expression. Changes in AGO3 expression can affect microRNA-mediated repression and disrupt regulatory networks controlling proliferation, differentiation, and stress responses. These features support the use of an Argonaute 3 Antibody for studying RNA silencing, gene regulation, and disease-associated changes in post-transcriptional control.
Explore our AGO3 Antibody - Argonaute RNA Silencing and RISC Complex Marker (PCRP-AGO3-1C5) page for a broader view of AGO3 expression and RNA interference biology.
Optimal dilution of the Argonaute 3 Antibody / RISC Complex and Post-Transcriptional Regulation Marker should be determined by the researcher.
Recombinant human protein (amino acids M1-S181) was used as the immunogen for the Argonaute 3 antibody.
After reconstitution, the Argonaute 3 antibody can be stored for up to one month at 4oC. For long-term, aliquot and store at -20oC. Avoid repeated freezing and thawing.
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