LAMA3 Antibody

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Introduction to LAMA3 Antibody

The LAMA3 antibody is a research and diagnostic tool designed to detect the laminin subunit alpha-3 (LAMA3), a protein critical for cell adhesion, basement membrane integrity, and tissue organization. LAMA3 is encoded by the LAMA3 gene, which produces three isoforms (alpha-3a, alpha-3b1, alpha-3b2) involved in forming laminin proteins like laminin 332 (laminin-5) and laminin 311 . The antibody is widely used in biomedical research to study epithelial-mesenchymal transition, cancer progression, and skin disorders such as junctional epidermolysis bullosa .

Structure and Function of LAMA3 Antibody

2.1. Immunogen and Specificity
LAMA3 antibodies are typically generated against recombinant protein fragments of the LAMA3 gene. For example, the Abcam [CL3112] antibody targets residues 2000–2150 of the human LAMA3 protein, ensuring specificity for laminin alpha-3 subunits . Proteintech’s 60613-3-PBS antibody uses a fusion protein immunogen (Ag30144) to target the protein’s extracellular matrix domain .

2.2. Host and Isotype
Commercially available LAMA3 antibodies are predominantly mouse monoclonal IgG1, optimized for compatibility with human samples . This isotype minimizes cross-reactivity and enhances signal-to-noise ratios in assays like Western blot (WB) and immunohistochemistry (IHC) .

Research Applications

3.1. Cancer Studies
Recent research highlights LAMA3’s role in cholangiocarcinoma (CCA) progression. Knockdown experiments using siRNA against LAMA3 reduced cell proliferation by 55% in KKU-213 CCA cells, linking LAMA3 to focal adhesion and epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition pathways . The antibody has been proposed as a diagnostic biomarker for CCA, given its overexpression in tumor stroma .

3.2. Skin and Epithelial Disorders
In junctional epidermolysis bullosa, LAMA3 mutations disrupt laminin 332 assembly, leading to skin blistering and tissue fragility . Immunohistochemistry with LAMA3 antibodies (e.g., Abcam’s [CL3112]) confirms the absence of functional laminin 332 in affected tissues .

3.3. Tissue Analysis
The antibody is validated for detecting laminin alpha-3 in paraffin-embedded human tissues, including stomach and lymph node samples . Western blot applications demonstrate specificity for laminin 332 and related isoforms (laminin 421, 511) .

Future Directions

Emerging applications include:

  • Multiplex imaging: Proteintech’s conjugation-ready antibodies enable co-detection of LAMA3 with other ECM proteins .

  • Therapeutic targeting: Inhibiting LAMA3 in cancer may suppress tumor growth, as shown in preclinical CCA models .

  • Neurological research: LAMA3 antibodies are used to study laminin’s role in neural cell adhesion and migration .

Product Specs

Buffer
Liquid in PBS containing 50% glycerol, 0.5% BSA and 0.02% sodium azide.
Form
Liquid
Lead Time
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Synonyms
E170 antibody; Epiligrin 170 kDa subunit antibody; Epiligrin subunit alpha antibody; Kalinin B1 chain antibody; Kalinin subunit alpha antibody; LAMA3 antibody; LAMA3_HUMAN antibody; LAMB3 antibody; LAMC2 antibody; Laminin gamma 2 antibody; Laminin 5 beta 3 antibody; Laminin 5 gamma 2 subunit antibody; Laminin beta 3 antibody; Laminin subunit alpha-3 antibody; Laminin subunit beta 3 antibody; Laminin subunit gamma 2 antibody; Laminin-5 subunit alpha antibody; Laminin-6 subunit alpha antibody; Laminin-7 subunit alpha antibody; Nicein subunit alpha antibody
Target Names
Uniprot No.

Target Background

Function
Laminin, a molecule that binds to cells through a high-affinity receptor, plays a crucial role in mediating cell attachment, migration, and organization into tissues during embryonic development. It achieves this by interacting with other extracellular matrix components. Laminin-5 is believed to be involved in various cellular processes, including:
  1. Cell adhesion mediated by integrin alpha-3/beta-1 in focal adhesion and integrin alpha-6/beta-4 in hemidesmosomes.
  2. Signal transduction through tyrosine phosphorylation of pp125-FAK and p80.
  3. Differentiation of keratinocytes.
Gene References Into Functions
  1. This study identified two mutations in two large consanguineous pedigrees. The identification of novel variants in the LAMA3 and PLEC genes expands the mutation spectrum and aids in genetic counseling for patients within the Pakistani population. PMID: 29797489
  2. Seventeen percent of the patients exhibited compound heterozygosity or homozygosity for mutations in the LAMA3 gene, 59% carried mutations in both alleles of LAMB3, and 12% were homozygous for mutations in LAMC2. In nine patients with severe generalized JEB, it was not possible to detect two mutations in either LAMA3, LAMB3, or LAMC2, preventing complete clarification of the molecular basis of the disease. PMID: 27375110
  3. Both parents had offspring affected with JEB and displayed subtle enamel pitting in their secondary dentition without any evidence of skin blistering. The reported enamel abnormality in LAMA3 mutation carriers could be attributed to a half-dose effect of the laminin a3 chain. PMID: 27827380
  4. The loss of normal basement membrane organization of alpha3 laminin observed in fibrotic regions of the lungs of patients with pulmonary fibrosis contributes to their disease progression. PMID: 25188360
  5. Two out of the six genes (LAMA3 and DST) were validated by quantitative RT-PCR for tumor-specific alternative splicing events. PMID: 24675808
  6. LAMNA variants have been identified in atrial fibrillation cohort studies, demonstrating abnormalities in cardiac excitation, specifically supraventricular tachycardia and atrial fibrillation. PMID: 25443231
  7. This study established the LAMA3 gene as a potential novel susceptibility gene for atopic dermatitis. PMID: 25363238
  8. Expression of a3, beta3, and beta2 does not predict the prognosis. However, high expression of beta2 mRNA in HCC/non-cancerous liver correlated significantly with the absence of complete encapsulation, a significant factor in tumor invasiveness. PMID: 21940345
  9. The research describes a new pedigree identifying a novel mutation of LAMA3 in LOC syndrome. PMID: 23869449
  10. A male patient presenting with Herlitz junctional epidermolysis bullosa with a novel homozygous insertion LAMA3 premature termination codon mutation is described. Both parents and his sibling were confirmed as heterozygous carriers. PMID: 22963541
  11. High LAMA3 expression is associated with gastric cancer. PMID: 23907728
  12. Proteolytic processing of laminin-5 influences its interaction with alpha3beta1 integrin. PMID: 14612440
  13. The uncoordinated production of chains of ln-5 in allergic asthma could have implications for the poor epithelial cell anchorage in these patients. PMID: 16179086
  14. Tumor cell migration on laminin-5 is inhibited by HYD1, a biologically active integrin-targeting peptide. PMID: 16537560
  15. Laminin-5 alone stimulates global changes in gene/protein expression in mesenchymal stem cells, leading to their commitment to the osteogenic phenotype, which correlates with extracellular matrix production. PMID: 17137774
  16. LM-332 is a crucial motility-promoting factor for B-CLL lymphocytes and may facilitate the dissemination of B-CLL lymphocytes through vascular basement membranes and potentially lymph node compartments. PMID: 17482449
  17. The significant contributions of laminin-5 to the resistance of the epidermis against frictional stress, as well as its role in basement membrane regeneration and repair of damaged skin, are reflected in the phenotype of Herlitz junctional epidermolysis bullosa. PMID: 17000025
  18. Letter/Case Report: reports novel LAMA3 mutations leading to enamel defects in epidermolysis bullosa. PMID: 22434185
  19. Data show that laminin-332 (alpha3ss3gamma2)(Lm332) matrix supported adhesion of keratinocytes significantly more strongly and stably than purified Lm332. PMID: 22563463
  20. Results suggest that Lm3B11/3B21 may be essential for normal mature vessels and interfere with tumor angiogenesis. PMID: 21276136
  21. The LAMA3 LG45 domain may initiate different signals towards keratinocytes depending on its interaction with syndecan-1 or -4. PMID: 22351752
  22. Cell surface COL17 can interact with laminin 332 and, together, contribute to the adherence of a cell to the extracellular matrix. PMID: 21034821
  23. SEMA3F, CLEC16A, LAMA3, and PCSK2 variants have roles in myocardial infarction in Japanese individuals. PMID: 20036365
  24. Bisecting GlcNAc residues on laminin-332 down-regulate galectin-3-dependent keratinocyte motility. PMID: 19940114
  25. The alpha3 subunit of laminins-332, -321, and -311 plays a crucial role in mediating epidermal-dermal integrity and is essential for the skin's ability to withstand mechanical stresses. PMID: 19945619
  26. A hypoxia-related splice variant of LAMA3 may play a role in the progression of head and neck cancers. PMID: 19936049
  27. Characterization of morphological and cytoskeletal changes in MCF10A breast epithelial cells plated on laminin-5: comparison with breast cancer cell line MCF7. PMID: 11775027
  28. Neurite outgrowth promoting sites have been identified on the laminin alpha 3 chain LG4 module. PMID: 12196012
  29. In all developing organs investigated, the mRNA of the alpha3 chain of laminin is strictly of epithelial origin and the corresponding protein localized in the underlying basement membrane zones. PMID: 12382139
  30. These results suggest that the G3 domain of laminin 5 alpha 3 contains two distinct regions that differentially regulate cell adhesion and migration. PMID: 12532327
  31. The laminin alpha 3 LG4 module may play a significant role in tissue remodeling by inducing MMP-1 expression during wound healing. PMID: 12826666
  32. A missense mutation in the adhesion G domain of laminin-5 causes mild junctional epidermolysis bullosa. PMID: 12943669
  33. Results demonstrate that the laminin alpha3 LG4/5 modules within unprocessed laminin-5 permit its cell binding activity through heparan and chondroitin sulfate chains of syndecan-1. PMID: 12947106
  34. LAMA3 promoter methylation is associated with increased breast tumor stage and tumor size. PMID: 14695139
  35. Characterization of laminin 5B and NH2-terminal proteolytic fragment of its alpha3B chain. PMID: 15044476
  36. Co-cultures of epithelial cells and fibroblasts were studied to analyze the processing of laminin 5 alpha3, beta3, and gamma2 chains. PMID: 15149852
  37. The G4/5 domain in the alpha3 chain facilitates deposition of precursor laminin 5 into the PBM in epidermal wounds. PMID: 15316072
  38. Premature termination codon mutations in both alleles of LAMB3 or LAMC2 genes were found in nine out of the 11 H junctional epidermolysis bullosa patients. PMID: 15373767
  39. The LG4-5 domain synergistically enhances integrin signaling as it is released from the precursor LN5. PMID: 15695818
  40. The absolute mRNA levels generated from the laminin 5 genes do not determine the translated protein levels of the laminin 5 chains in keratinocytes; the expression of the laminin 5 genes may be controlled by common regulatory mechanisms. PMID: 15854126
  41. Suppression of laminin-5 alpha 3-chain expression in human mammary epithelial cells results in a loss of reconstituted extracellular matrix-mediated growth control and apoptosis. PMID: 16219677
  42. The hinge region between subdomains G3 and G4 of laminin alpha 3 carries the proteolytic cleavage sites, but proteolytic processing plays no role in kerocyte migration. PMID: 16297184
  43. Laminin-5 may contribute to the development of bone tissues by promoting the proliferation and suppressing the chondrogenic differentiation of MSCs. PMID: 17071854
  44. These results suggest a new potential approach to repairing SCI and, in general, a model that will be useful for other multidisciplinary procedures for complex neurological situations. PMID: 17466943
  45. These findings suggest that Crk is required for early attachment to laminin, cell motility, and growth of glioblastoma cell line KMG4. PMID: 17825249
  46. The alpha3 chain can assemble with only the beta3-gamma2 heterodimer to form a heterotrimer via disulfide bonds. PMID: 18603785
  47. Alpha3- and alpha5-laminins, but not other laminin isoforms, mediate mast cell adhesion via alpha3beta1 integrin. PMID: 19752234
  48. Immunofluorescence analyses revealed a basement membrane staining in epithelial tissue for LaNt alpha3, and LaNt alpha3 localized along the substratum-associated surface of cultured keratinocytes. PMID: 19773554

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Database Links

HGNC: 6483

OMIM: 226700

KEGG: hsa:3909

STRING: 9606.ENSP00000324532

UniGene: Hs.436367

Involvement In Disease
Epidermolysis bullosa, junctional, Herlitz type (H-JEB); Laryngoonychocutaneous syndrome (LOCS)
Subcellular Location
Secreted, extracellular space, extracellular matrix, basement membrane. Note=Major component.
Tissue Specificity
Skin; respiratory, urinary, and digestive epithelia and in other specialized tissues with prominent secretory or protective functions. Epithelial basement membrane, and epithelial cell tongue that migrates into a wound bed. A differential and focal expres

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