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Nebulette Antibody recognizes nebulette, an actin-binding protein encoded by the NEBL gene and belonging to the nebulin family of cytoskeletal proteins. Nebulette is predominantly expressed in cardiac muscle, where it contributes to sarcomere organization, thin filament stability, and the structural integrity of cardiomyocytes. Unlike the much larger nebulin protein found primarily in skeletal muscle, nebulette is a smaller family member specialized for cardiac muscle architecture. Its interactions with actin and associated sarcomeric proteins help maintain the organization required for efficient cardiac contraction.
The human NEBL gene is located on chromosome 10 and produces multiple protein isoforms through alternative splicing. Full-length nebulette has a molecular weight of approximately 116 kDa and contains repeated actin-binding motifs characteristic of nebulin family proteins. Its C-terminal region includes a serine-rich domain and an SH3 domain that participate in interactions with proteins associated with the Z-disc. These structural features help position nebulette within the contractile apparatus and contribute to the mechanical stability of cardiac muscle fibers.
Nebulette interacts with components of the cardiac thin filament and Z-disc, including actin and other cytoskeletal proteins involved in sarcomere assembly. Through these interactions, it helps maintain myofibrillar alignment and supports the structural connections required for force transmission during contraction. The NEBL Polyclonal Antibody is relevant to research investigating cardiac cytoskeletal organization, muscle development, and the molecular mechanisms that preserve sarcomere integrity under mechanical stress.
Alternative splicing of NEBL also produces LIM nebulette, a shorter isoform associated with focal adhesion complexes in non-muscle cells. LIM nebulette contains structural features that distinguish it from the cardiac isoform and participates in interactions involving the actin cytoskeleton and cell adhesion machinery. These isoforms illustrate the broader involvement of NEBL gene products in cytoskeletal organization and cellular architecture.
Genetic alterations affecting NEBL have been investigated in inherited cardiomyopathies, including dilated and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Changes in nebulette function may disrupt sarcomere organization, impair mechanical stability, and contribute to abnormal cardiac remodeling. Understanding these mechanisms is important for research into cardiac muscle development and disease. NSJ Bioreagents offers antibodies targeting nebulette for studies of cardiac structure and cytoskeletal regulation. A Nebulette Antibody provides a research tool for examining NEBL expression and its involvement in sarcomere organization, cardiac muscle integrity, and cytoskeletal function.
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Optimal dilution of the Nebulette Antibody / NEBL Polyclonal Antibody should be determined by the researcher.
E. coli-derived recombinant human protein (amino acids E86-K842) was used as the immunogen for the Nebulette antibody.
After reconstitution, the Nebulette antibody can be stored for up to one month at 4oC. For long-term, aliquot and store at -20oC. Avoid repeated freezing and thawing.
NEBL antibody, Nebulin-like Protein antibody, Cardiac Nebulin antibody, Nebulette Protein antibody, LIM Nebulette antibody, Nebulin Family Protein NEBL antibody
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