The following FAQs address key research considerations for working with FTSHI2 Antibody in academic settings, synthesized from methodological frameworks in immunology literature and assay development principles. Data integration focuses on antibody validation, experimental design optimization, and conflict resolution in FSH-related studies.
Scenario: High antibody binding but no phenotypic change
| Tool | Application | Output Metric |
|---|---|---|
| PyMOL | Structural alignment vs. FSHα | Root-mean-square deviation (RMSD) |
| HADDOCK | Docking simulations with FSHR | Binding energy (ΔG) |
| BLASTp | Cross-species epitope conservation | Sequence identity % |
7. Discrepancies in reported FSH blocking efficacy (in vitro vs. in vivo):
Key Variables:
Resolution Strategy:
Compare IC50 values across cell types (Table 1)
Use Fab fragments to isolate target effects
| Cell Type | IC50 (nM) | Assay Type |
|---|---|---|
| RAW264.7 | 5.4 | Osteoclast TRAP |
| 3T3-L1 | 6.1 | Adipogenesis |
| Human granulosa | 8.2 | cAMP production |
Source: Adapted from in vitro validation studies
Shared Reagents:
Blinded Analysis:
| Condition | Duration | Activity Retention | Assessment Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4°C (lyophilized) | 6 months | 98% ± 2% | SPR binding kinetics |
| -80°C (liquid) | 12 months | 95% ± 3% | Neutralization assay |