Molecular weight (DA)
53kD
Immunogen
Synthesized peptide derived from part region of human protein
Specificity
MATN3 Polyclonal Antibody detects endogenous levels of protein.
Formulation
Liquid in PBS containing 50% glycerol, and 0.02% sodium azide.
Dilution rate
WB 1:500-2000 ELISA 1:5000-20000
Purification process (Immunogen)
The antibody was affinity-purified from rabbit antiserum by affinity-chromatography using epitope-specific immunogen.
Background
This gene encodes a member of von Willebrand factor A domain containing protein family. This family of proteins is thought to be involved in the formation of filamentous networks in the extracellular matrices of various tissues. This protein contains two von Willebrand factor A domains; it is present in the cartilage extracellular matrix and has a role in the development and homeostasis of cartilage and bone. Mutations in this gene result in multiple epiphyseal dysplasia. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008],
Function
disease:Defects in MATN3 are the cause of multiple epiphyseal dysplasia type 5 (EDM5) [MIM:607078]. EDM is a generalized skeletal dysplasia associated with significant morbidity. Joint pain, joint deformity, waddling gait, and short stature are the main clinical signs and symptoms. EDM is broadly categorized into the more severe Fairbank and the milder Ribbing types. EDM5 is relatively mild and clinically variable. It is primarily characterized by delayed and irregular ossification of the epiphyses and early-onset osteoarthritis.,disease:Defects in MATN3 are the cause of spondyloepimetaphyseal dysplasia bowed-legs type (SEMD bowed-legs type) [MIM:608728]; also known as matrilin-3 related SEMD. Affected individuals show disproportionate early-onset dwarfism, bowing of the lower limbs, lumbar lordosis and normal hands. Skeletal abnormalities include short, wide and stocky long bones with s
Human protein sequence Database
O15232
Mouse protein sequence database
O35701
Rat protein sequence database
Cellular localization
Secreted .
Tissue expression
Expressed only in cartilaginous tissues, such as vertebrae, ribs and shoulders.