CGRP1 Antibody (4901) - Azide Free

Novus Biologicals | Catalog # NBP2-88945

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Key Product Details

Species Reactivity

Human, Rat

Applications

Immunocytochemistry/ Immunofluorescence, Western Blot (Negative)

Label

Unconjugated

Antibody Source

Monoclonal Mouse IgG2A Clone # 4901

Format

Azide Free
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Product Specifications

Immunogen

Purified rat alpha-CGRP. Accession # P01256

Reactivity Notes

Tested in Human and Rat. Expected reactivity to most mammals.

Specificity

Specific for Calcitonin Gene Related Peptide. Also recognizes rat beta-CGRP and human alpha-CGRP (10-fold less sensitivity compared to rat alpha-CGRP). Suggested positive controls are dorsal root ganglia, pancreas and gut.

Clonality

Monoclonal

Host

Mouse

Isotype

IgG2A

Theoretical MW

0 kDa.
Disclaimer note: The observed molecular weight of the protein may vary from the listed predicted molecular weight due to post translational modifications, post translation cleavages, relative charges, and other experimental factors.

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Immunocytochemistry/ Immunofluorescence: CGRP1 Antibody (4901) [NBP2-88945]

Immunocytochemistry/ Immunofluorescence: CGRP1 Antibody (4901) [NBP2-88945]

Immunocytochemistry/Immunofluorescence: CGRP Antibody (4901) [NBP2-88945] - Immunostaining of CGRP (red) in cryopreserved DRG neurons grown on coverslips. 40xmag. Green staining is PGP9.5. Yellow staining is the colocalization of CGRP and PGP9.5. Cells were obtained photo was provided courtesy of QBMCellScience.

Applications for CGRP1 Antibody (4901) - Azide Free

Application
Recommended Usage

Immunocytochemistry/ Immunofluorescence

1:50-1:100
Application Notes
This antibody is an excellent tool for immunohistochemistry and for multiple labeling immunofluorescence of peripheral tissue like stomach, intestine, pancreas, sensory ganglia, and all the regions of the body that are innervated by primary afferent neurons as well as central nervous tissue.

Formulation, Preparation, and Storage

Purification

Protein G purified

Formulation

10 mM HEPES (pH 7.5), 0.15 M NaCl, 0.1 mg/mL BSA, 50% Glycerol

Format

Azide Free

Preservative

No Preservative

Concentration

Please see the vial label for concentration. If unlisted please contact technical services.

Shipping

The product is shipped with polar packs. Upon receipt, store it immediately at the temperature recommended below.

Stability & Storage

Store at -20C. Avoid freeze-thaw cycles.

Background: CGRP1

Calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) is a 37-amino acid neuropeptide that functions as a vasodilator, has an important role in pain pathways, and has become a target for migraine treatment (1). The CGRP peptide is characterized by an N-terminal disulfide bond, an alpha-helical structure than plays a role in binding affinity, and an amine C-terminal (1,2). CGRP exists in alpha- and beta-isoforms encoded by genes CALCA (CALC I) and CALCB (CALC II), respectively (1,2). alphaCGRP and betaCGRP only differ by three amino acids, have greater than 90% homology, and each peptide has a theoretical molecular weight of ~3.8 kDa (1,2). alphaCGRP is the predominant peptide form and is expressed in regions of the central and peripheral nervous system, including sensory fibers and the trigeminal ganglia (1,2). Other members of the CGRP gene family includes adrenomedullin, and adrenomedullin 2 (intermedin), amylin, and calcitonin (1,2). When CGRP is released from nerve fibers and blood vessels, it binds a CGRP receptor complex (1-3). The receptor consists of G-protein coupled receptor calcitonin-like receptor (CLR) that is associated with an accessory protein receptor activity-modifying protein (RAMP) (2,3).

Signaling of CGRP and its receptor are involved in vasodilation, neurogenic inflammation, and peripheral sensitization of nociceptors, all of which relate to migraine pathophysiology (2-3). Studies have found that CGRP is both released during migraines and can also induce migraines (3-5). Under normal conditions CGRP levels are typical and neurotransmission is relative; however, migraine triggers including light and sound can increase CGRP levels, enhance neurotransmission, and alter the pain and sensory aversions associated with migraines (2). Given its role, CGRP and its receptor have been the target of many migraine therapeutics including small molecule agonists called gepants and monoclonal antibodies (3-5). Ubrogepant and Rimegepant, two small molecule CGRP receptor agonists, have been FDA approved while another agonist, Atogepant, is ongoing in clinical trials (3,5). Additionally, four monoclonal antibodies against either CGRP or its receptor that are used to block signaling have been FDA approved: Eptinezumab, Fremanezumab, Galcanezumab, and Erenumab (3-5).

References

1. Russell, F. A., King, R., Smillie, S. J., Kodji, X., & Brain, S. D. (2014). Calcitonin gene-related peptide: physiology and pathophysiology. Physiological reviews, 94(4), 1099-1142. https://doi.org/10.1152/physrev.00034.2013

2. Russo A. F. (2015). Calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP): a new target for migraine. Annual review of pharmacology and toxicology, 55, 533-552. https://doi.org/10.1146/annurev-pharmtox-010814-124701

3. Wattiez, A. S., Sowers, L. P., & Russo, A. F. (2020). Calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP): role in migraine pathophysiology and therapeutic targeting. Expert opinion on therapeutic targets, 24(2), 91-100. https://doi.org/10.1080/14728222.2020.1724285

4. Deen, M., Correnti, E., Kamm, K., Kelderman, T., Papetti, L., Rubio-Beltran, E., Vigneri, S., Edvinsson, L., Maassen Van Den Brink, A., & European Headache Federation School of Advanced Studies (EHF-SAS) (2017). Blocking CGRP in migraine patients - a review of pros and cons. The journal of headache and pain, 18(1), 96. https://doi.org/10.1186/s10194-017-0807-1

5. de Vries, T., Villal0n, C. M., & MaassenVanDenBrink, A. (2020). Pharmacological treatment of migraine: CGRP and 5-HT beyond the triptans. Pharmacology & therapeutics, 211, 107528. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pharmthera.2020.107528

Long Name

Calcitonin Gene Related Peptide I

Alternate Names

a-CGRP, alpha-CGRP, CGRP 1, CGRP alpha, CGRP I

Gene Symbol

CALCA

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This product is for research use only and is not approved for use in humans or in clinical diagnosis. Primary Antibodies are guaranteed for 1 year from date of receipt.

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