Rabbit Polyclonal GPR176 Antibody

The GPR176 antibody is a research tool designed to study GPR176. a class A G-protein-coupled receptor (GPCR) encoded by the GPR176 gene. GPR176 is implicated in various physiological processes, including circadian rhythm regulation and metabolic control. Although its exact endogenous ligand remains unclear, studies suggest it may interact with small molecules or peptides to modulate intracellular signaling pathways, such as cAMP production. GPR176 is highly expressed in the brain, particularly in the suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN), the central circadian pacemaker, highlighting its potential role in maintaining biological rhythms. Antibodies targeting GPR176 enable researchers to detect its expression, localization, and abundance in tissues or cell lines using techniques like Western blotting, immunohistochemistry, and immunofluorescence. These antibodies are critical for elucidating GPR176's function in health and disease, including its possible involvement in metabolic disorders, neurodegenerative conditions, or cancer. However, challenges persist in ensuring antibody specificity due to GPCR structural conservation. Validation via knockout controls or siRNA silencing is essential to confirm target accuracy. Ongoing research aims to clarify GPR176's signaling mechanisms and therapeutic potential, positioning GPR176 antibodies as vital tools for advancing GPCR biology and drug discovery.