The Cleaved-KLKB1 (R390) Antibody (Catalog #A04995-1) is a polyclonal rabbit IgG targeting the cleaved heavy chain of human plasma kallikrein at residue R390. It recognizes the activated form of KLKB1 generated through proteolytic cleavage during contact system activation .
KLKB1 encodes plasma prekallikrein, which is cleaved to form active plasma kallikrein. This enzyme:
Activates Factor XII (FXII) in the contact pathway of coagulation .
Releases bradykinin from high-molecular-weight kininogen (HMWK), influencing inflammation and blood pressure .
Converts prorenin to renin in the renin-angiotensin system .
Genetic Deficiency: Mutations in KLKB1 cause Fletcher factor deficiency, characterized by prolonged clotting times but mild clinical symptoms .
| Application | Dilution Range | Key Protocols |
|---|---|---|
| WB | 1:500–1:2000 | Detects KLKB1 in HeLa cell lysates . |
| IHC | 1:100–1:300 | Validated in human tissue sections . |
| ELISA | 1:10,000 | Quantitative detection in biological fluids . |
Sensitivity: Detects KLKB1 at concentrations as low as 0.094 ng/mL .
Specificity: No cross-reactivity with non-cleaved KLKB1 or unrelated proteins .
Precision: Intra- and inter-assay coefficients of variation (CV) <10% .
FXII-Independent Thrombin Generation: KLKB1 supports thrombin generation in Klkb1−/− mice, even in the absence of Factor XII, highlighting its role in alternative coagulation pathways .
Hereditary Angioedema (HAE): KLKB1 inhibitors are therapeutic targets for HAE, a disorder linked to excessive bradykinin production .
Thrombosis: KLKB1 contributes to pathological clotting, making this antibody valuable for studying contact pathway dysregulation .