bbs-8 Antibody

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Product Specs

Buffer
Preservative: 0.03% Proclin 300
Constituents: 50% Glycerol, 0.01M PBS, pH 7.4
Form
Liquid
Lead Time
Made-to-order (14-16 weeks)
Synonyms
bbs-8 antibody; T25F10.5 antibody; Tetratricopeptide repeat protein 8 antibody; Bardet-Biedl syndrome 8 protein homolog antibody
Target Names
bbs-8
Uniprot No.

Target Background

Function
The BBSome complex is a protein complex implicated in the sorting of specific membrane proteins to the primary cilia. It plays a crucial role in ciliogenesis, functioning as a coat complex. While essential for cilia formation, the BBSome complex is not required for centriolar satellite function. BBS8 is a key component of the BBSome complex, required for its proper assembly and localization within cilia. This protein is vital for cilia biogenesis and facilitates the assembly and movement of intraflagellar transport proteins along the ciliary axoneme. Additionally, BBS8 plays a role in the localization of guanylyl cyclase in the ring-like structures at the base of the finger compartment in AFD sensory neurons.
Gene References Into Functions
  1. Mutations in the Caenorhabditis elegans bbs-8 gene lead to structural and functional defects in cilia PMID: 15231740
Database Links

KEGG: cel:CELE_T25F10.5

STRING: 6239.T25F10.5

UniGene: Cel.30087

Subcellular Location
Cell projection, cilium. Cytoplasm, cytoskeleton, cilium basal body. Cytoplasm, cytoskeleton, cilium axoneme.
Tissue Specificity
Expressed in head and tail neurons. Expressed in ciliated male tail-neurons. Expressed in thermosensory and CO(2) sensory AFD neurons.

Q&A

Here’s a structured FAQ for researchers working with BBS-8 Antibody, tailored to academic research scenarios and based on methodological rigor:

Advanced Research Questions

How do contradictions arise in BBS-8 Antibody data across studies?

Common sources include:

FactorImpactResolution
Antigen variabilityEpitope accessibility differs between isoforms or post-translational statesUse sequence-specific validation
Assay conditionspH, temperature, or buffer composition alter binding kineticsStandardize protocols across replicates

What advanced experimental designs optimize BBS-8 Antibody use?

  • Randomized block designs: Control for confounding variables (e.g., cell type heterogeneity) by grouping homogeneous samples .

  • Solomon four-group method: Assess pretest sensitization effects in longitudinal studies .

How can researchers troubleshoot nonspecific binding in BBS-8 Antibody assays?

  • Pre-adsorption controls: Incubate antibodies with excess antigen to confirm signal reduction .

  • Secondary antibody validation: Use anti-idiotype antibodies to rule out cross-reactivity .

Methodological Best Practices

What frameworks guide hypothesis-driven research with BBS-8 Antibody?

Apply the PICO framework:

  • Population: Define biological systems (e.g., IL-17RE-expressing cell lines) .

  • Intervention: Specify antibody concentration, incubation time, and detection method .

  • Comparison: Include isotype controls and baseline untreated groups .

  • Outcome: Quantify binding affinity (e.g., via ELISA or surface plasmon resonance) .

How are nucleic acid tools (e.g., SEQ ID NO: 123) integrated with BBS-8 Antibody studies?

  • Recombinant expression: Clone IL-17RE extracellular domains (SEQ ID NOs: 2, 5, 8) for epitope mapping .

  • RNA interference: Combine siRNA knockdowns with antibody validation to confirm target specificity .

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