Anti-phospho-GSK3β Ser9 Antibody, clone 6K18 ZooMAb^® Rabbit Monoclonal

Glycogen synthase kinase-3 beta (UniProt: P49841; also known as EC:2.7.11.26, GSK-3 beta, Serine/threonine-protein kinase GSK3B) is encoded by the GSK3B gene (Gene ID: 2932) in human. GSK-3 is a multifunctional serine/threonine kinase, is a key regulator of numerous signaling pathways during embryogenesis and in metabolic control. Two isoforms of GSK-3 are reported in mammals: a 51 kDa GSK-3a and a 47 kDa GSK-3b. These two isoforms exhibit about 98% homology in their kinase domains but share only about 36% identity in the last 76 C-terminal amino acid residues. GSK-3a contains a glycine-rich extension at its N-terminal. GSK-3 is constitutively active in cells and is regulated through inhibition of its activity. It shows a preference for target proteins that are pre-phosphorylated at a priming residue located C-terminal to the site of GSK-3 phosphorylation. Priming phosphorylation, although not absolutely required, enhances the efficiency of phosphorylation of most GSK-3 substrates. Phosphorylation of a threonine residue in the activation loop (T-loop) is considered to be essential for its activity. The T-loop of GSK-3a is phosphorylated at Tyr279 and GSK-3b at Tyr216, which play a role in forcing open the substrate-binding site of the enzyme. A primary mechanism of GSK3 activity regulation is phosphorylation of N-terminal serine residues (Serine 21 in GSK-3a and serine 9 in GSK-3b). Phosphorylation of these sites is inhibitory to GSK3 kinase activity because the phosphorylated N-terminus acts as a competitive inhibitor for primed substrates. GSK-3b is constitutively active in resting cells and treatment of cells with an agent, such as insulin, causes GSK-3 inactivation through a PI 3-kinase (PI 3-K)-dependent mechanism. This ZooMAb^® recombinant monoclonal antibody, generated by our propriety technology, offers significantly enhanced specificity, affinity, reproducibility, and stability over conventional monoclonals.

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Each ZooMAb^® antibody is manufactured using our proprietary recombinant expression system, purified to homogeneity, and precisely dispensed to produce robust and highly reproducible lot-to-lot consistency. Only top-performing clones are released for use by researchers. Each antibody is validated for high specificity and affinity across multiple applications, including its most commonly used application. ZooMAb^® antibodies are reliably available and ready to ship when you need them.

KLH-conjugated linear peptide corresponding to 9 amino acids surrounding phosphoserine 9 in human GSK-3b.

Quality Control Testing

Evaluated by Western Blotting in lysate from HeLa cells treated with phorbol 12-myristate 13-acetate (PMA).

Western Blotting Analysis (WB): A 1:10,000 dilution of this antibody detected GSK-3β phosphorylated on serine 9 in lysate from HeLa cells treated with phorbol 12-myristate 13-acetate (PMA; 500 nM; 30 min).

Tested applications

Western Blotting Analysis: A 1:10,000 dilution from a representative lot detected phospho-GSK3β Ser9 in lysate from NIH3T3 cells treated with PDGF.

Immunocytochemistry Analysis: A 1:100 dilution from a representative lot detected phospho-GSK3β-Ser9 in HeLa cells treated with phorbol 12-myristate 13-acetate (PMA)..

Peptide Inhibition Assay: Target band detection in lysate from HeLa cell treated with phorbol 12-myristate 13-acetate m(PMA) was prevented by preblocking of a representative lot with the immunogen phosphopeptide, but not the corresponding non-phosphopeptide.

Note: Actual optimal working dilutions must be determined by end user as specimens, and experimental conditions may vary with the end user

Clone 6K18 is a ZooMAb^® Rabbit recombinant monoclonal antibody that specifically detects GSK-3b phosphorylated on serine 9.

Purified recombinant rabbit monoclonal antibody IgG, lyophilized in PBS, 5% Trehalose, normal appearance a coarse or translucent resin. The PBS/trehalose components in the ZooMAb formulation can have the appearance of a semi-solid (bead like gel) after lyophilization. This is a normal phenomenon. Please follow the recommended reconstitution procedure in the data sheet to dissolve the semi-solid, bead-like, gel-appearing material. The resulting antibody solution is completely stable and functional as proven by full functional testing. Contains no biocide or preservatives, such as azide, or any animal by-products. Larger pack sizes provided as multiples of 25 μL.

Recommend storage of lyophilized product at 2-8°C; Before reconstitution, micro-centrifuge vials briefly to spin down material to bottom of the vial; Reconstitute each vial by adding 25 μL of filtered lab grade water or PBS; Reconstituted antibodies can be stored at 2-8°C, or -20°C for long term storage. Avoid repeated freeze-thaws.

Reconstitute lyophilized antibody pellet with 25μL of ultrapure water or Phosphate Buffered Saline (PBS). Please refer to our reconstitution protocol and the specific application guidance on the suggested starting dilutions and sample type.

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