The 36 kDa size range is observed in both muscle proteins (e.g., Tropomyosin) and stress-induced fungal cell wall components. Key distinctions:
| Protein Type | Molecular Weight | Localization | Antibody Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tropomyosin | 36/39 kDa | Muscle tissue | MA1095 |
| Fungal Stress Proteins | 30–40 kDa | Cell wall surface | Pga31 |
Target: Tropomyosin isoforms in muscle tissues (non-cell wall protein)
Reactivity: Cross-species (human, mouse, rat)
Western Blot: Detects bands at 35–45 kDa (Fig. 1)
Applications: Muscle pathology research, not microbial studies
While no 36 kDa-specific cell wall antibody is documented, related targets include:
Function: β-1,3-glucan-modifying enzyme critical for cell wall integrity
Antibodies:
No validated 36 kDa fungal/bacterial cell wall antibody exists in peer-reviewed literature.
Anti-Tropomyosin MA1095’s 36 kDa detection is unrelated to microbial targets .
Putative cross-reactivity between muscle proteins and microbial antigens remains unexplored.
Here’s a structured collection of FAQs tailored for academic researchers working with 36 kDa cell wall antibodies, incorporating methodological insights and data from peer-reviewed studies:
Analysis Framework:
Epitope masking: Pre-treat samples with enzymes (e.g., pectate lyase for plant cell walls) .
Glycosylation interference: Use deglycosylation enzymes (e.g., PNGase F) and compare band shifts .
Cross-reactivity: Screen against phylogenetically related proteins (e.g., Connexin 36 vs. other connexins) .
Experimental Design:
Integrated Workflow:
Root Cause Analysis:
Optimization Steps:
Comparative Assessment: