Uses
Anti-Myosin Va (LF-18) antibody produced in rabbit has been used in:
- Western blot.
- In situ proximity ligation assay (PLA).
- Glutathione S-transferase (GST)-spinophilin co-sedimentation assay.
General Description
Anti-myosin Va (LF-18) recognizes myosin Va (190kDa). Myosin 5a is encoded by the gene mapped to human chromosome 15q21.2. The encoded protein is a member of the unconventional myosin family. It is a two-headed motor containing two identical heavy chains and multiple light chains. Myosin Va is widely expressed, but at high levels in the brain, testes and melanocytes.
Biochem/physiol Actions
Myosin 5a is an actin-based molecular motor responsible for transport of secretory granules in various cell systems, including insulin granule. Additionally, it also mediates the transport of cargo such as cell-surface receptors, pigment and organelles like endoplasmic reticulum to the plasma membrane. The encoded protein facilitates pigmentation and synaptic activity in the central nervous system. Genetic variations in the gene are associated with the development of immunological and neurological diseases, including Griscelli syndrome type 1 and Elejalde syndrome.
