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Leptin Receptor Goat Polyclonal Antibody recognizes leptin receptor (LEPR), also known as Ob-R or CD295, a transmembrane protein that mediates the physiological effects of the hormone leptin. Produced primarily by adipocytes, leptin communicates information about energy stores to the central nervous system and peripheral tissues. LEPR belongs to the class I cytokine receptor family and participates in regulating appetite, energy expenditure, glucose metabolism, and endocrine function. The LEPR Goat Antibody targets a receptor that connects nutritional status with intracellular signaling and metabolic homeostasis.
The human LEPR gene is located on chromosome 1p31.3 and produces multiple receptor isoforms through alternative RNA splicing. These isoforms share an extracellular leptin-binding region but differ in their intracellular domains. The long isoform, LEPRb or Ob-Rb, contains an extended cytoplasmic region required for efficient activation of major downstream signaling pathways. Shorter isoforms participate in leptin transport and other receptor-associated processes. LEPR lacks intrinsic kinase activity and instead relies on associated signaling proteins to transmit extracellular signals.
Leptin binding promotes activation of receptor-associated Janus kinase 2 (JAK2), initiating phosphorylation events that recruit intracellular signaling proteins. STAT3 is a principal downstream mediator involved in regulating transcriptional programs associated with appetite suppression and energy balance. LEPR signaling can also influence STAT5, PI3K/AKT, and MAPK pathways, depending on cellular context. Negative regulators, including SOCS3 and PTP1B, help control the intensity and duration of receptor signaling. The LEPR Goat Antibody is relevant to research examining these interconnected regulatory mechanisms.
LEPR activity is particularly important in hypothalamic neuronal circuits that coordinate feeding behavior, energy expenditure, and neuroendocrine responses. The receptor also contributes to reproductive physiology, immune regulation, and peripheral metabolic function. Genetic defects affecting leptin receptor signaling can cause severe early-onset obesity and associated endocrine abnormalities. Reduced cellular responsiveness to leptin, commonly described as leptin resistance, is investigated in obesity, insulin resistance, and metabolic disease research.
Studies involving LEPR contribute to understanding hormonal regulation, metabolic homeostasis, cytokine receptor signaling, and communication between adipose tissue and other organs. The receptor provides an important connection between energy balance and JAK/STAT-mediated cellular responses. NSJ Bioreagents offers antibodies targeting proteins involved in metabolism and signal transduction. A Leptin Receptor Goat Polyclonal Antibody provides a research tool for investigating leptin receptor expression, receptor isoforms, and mechanisms involved in metabolic and endocrine regulation.
For an alternative monoclonal antibody targeting this receptor, see our LEPR Antibody.
Optimal dilution of the Leptin Receptor Goat Polyclonal Antibody / LEPR Goat Antibody should be determined by the researcher.
Amino acids TQDDIEKHQSDAG were used as the immunogen for this Leptin Receptor Goat Polyclonal Antibody.
Aliquot and store the Leptin Receptor Goat Polyclonal Antibody at -20oC.
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