Full Product Name
GCK antibody
Product Synonym Names
Monoclonal GCK; Anti-GCK; MAP4K2; Mitogen-Activated Protein Kinase 2; BL44; RAB8IP
Product Gene Name
anti-GCK antibody
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Research Use Only
For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.
3D Structure
ModBase 3D Structure for P35557
Purity/Purification
GCK antibody was purified by affinity chromatography.
Form/Format
Supplied in PBS buffer, pH 7.3, containing 1% BSA, 50% glycerol and 0.02% sodium azide.
Concentration
500 ug-1 mg/ml (lot specific)
Biological Significance
GCK is a member of the serine/threonine protein kinase family. Although this kinase is found in many tissues, its expression in lymphoid follicles is restricted to the cells of germin al centre, where it may participate in B-cell differentiation. This kinase can be activated by TNF-alpha, and has been shown to specifically activate MAP kinases. This kinase is also found to interact with TNF receptor-associated factor 2 (TRAF2), which is involved in the activation of MAP3K1/MEKK1.
Immunogen
GCK antibody was raised in mouse using a protein expressed in 293T cell transfected with human GCK expression vector as the immunogen.
Preparation and Storage
Store at 4 degree C for short term storage. Aliquot and store at -20 degree C for long term storage. Avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles.
Other Notes
Small volumes of anti-GCK antibody vial(s) may occasionally become entrapped in the seal of the product vial during shipment and storage. If necessary, briefly centrifuge the vial on a tabletop centrifuge to dislodge any liquid in the container`s cap. Certain products may require to ship with dry ice and additional dry ice fee may apply.
Related Product Information for
anti-GCK antibody
Mouse monoclonal GCK antibody
Product Categories/Family for anti-GCK antibody
Proteases, Inhibitors, & Enzymes
Applications Tested/Suitable for anti-GCK antibody
Flow Cytometry (FC/FACS), Immunofluorescence (IF), Immunohistochemistry (IHC), Western Blot (WB)
Application Notes for anti-GCK antibody
FC: 1:500
IF: 1:100
IHC: 1:50
WB: 1:500
Western Blot (WB) of anti-GCK antibody
Western Blot analysis of HEK293T cell lysates (5 ug) transfected with either recombinant GCK protein (Right) or empty vector (Left) detected with GCK antibody

Immunohistochemistry (IHC) of anti-GCK antibody
Immunohistochemical analysis of GCK protein in paraffin embedded Adenocarcinoma of Human breast tissue using GCK antibody

NCBI/Uniprot data below describe general gene information for GCK. It may not necessarily be applicable to this product.
NCBI Accession #
NP_277043.1
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NCBI GenBank Nucleotide #
NM_033508.1
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UniProt Primary Accession #
P35557
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UniProt Secondary Accession #
Q05810; A4D2J2; A4D2J3[Other Products]
UniProt Related Accession #
P35557[Other Products]
Molecular Weight
52,035 Da
NCBI Official Full Name
glucokinase isoform 3
NCBI Official Synonym Full Names
glucokinase (hexokinase 4)
NCBI Official Symbol
GCK??[Similar Products]
NCBI Official Synonym Symbols
GK; GLK; HK4; HHF3; HKIV; HXKP; LGLK; MODY2; FGQTL3
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NCBI Protein Information
glucokinase
UniProt Protein Name
Glucokinase
UniProt Synonym Protein Names
Hexokinase type IV; HK IV; Hexokinase-4; HK4; Hexokinase-D
Protein Family
Glycerate 2-kinase
UniProt Gene Name
GCK??[Similar Products]
UniProt Synonym Gene Names
HK IV; HK4??[Similar Products]
UniProt Entry Name
HXK4_HUMAN
NCBI Summary for GCK
Hexokinases phosphorylate glucose to produce glucose-6-phosphate, the first step in most glucose metabolism pathways. Alternative splicing of this gene results in three tissue-specific forms of glucokinase, one found in pancreatic islet beta cells and two found in liver. The protein localizes to the outer membrane of mitochondria. In contrast to other forms of hexokinase, this enzyme is not inhibited by its product glucose-6-phosphate but remains active while glucose is abundant. Mutations in this gene have been associated with non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM), maturity onset diabetes of the young, type 2 (MODY2) and persistent hyperinsulinemic hypoglycemia of infancy (PHHI). [provided by RefSeq, Apr 2009]
UniProt Comments for GCK
GK: a glycolytic enzyme that catalyzes glucose metabolism in the liver and pancreatic beta cells. Acts as a ""glucose sensor"" in beta cells. The first and rate-limiting step in glycosis, a pathway that produces energy in the form of ATP from glucose. Glucokinase traps glucose inside the cell by catalyzing its phosphorylation to produce glucose-6-phosphate. Has a lower affinity for glucose than the three other isozymes of hexokinase, allowing other organs such as the brain and muscles to have first call on glucose when its supply is limited. Unlike other hexokinases, glucokinase is not inhibited by glucose-6-phosphate. Glucokinase is found in the outer membrane compartment of mitochondria. May bind VDAC, suppressing mitochondrial function. Glucokinase transcription is induced by insulin, perhaps via the activation of Stat 5B. Mutant glucokinase causes a rare form of diabetes and may also play a role in type 2 diabetes. Three splice variant isoforms of human glucokinase have been described.
Protein type: Mitochondrial; EC 2.7.1.2; Carbohydrate Metabolism - glycolysis and gluconeogenesis; Carbohydrate Metabolism - starch and sucrose; Carbohydrate Metabolism - galactose; Carbohydrate Metabolism - amino sugar and nucleotide sugar; Kinase, other
Chromosomal Location of Human Ortholog: 7p15.3-p15.1
Cellular Component: nucleoplasm; mitochondrion; actin filament; cytosol; basal cortex; secretory granule
Molecular Function: protein binding; mannokinase activity; fructokinase activity; magnesium ion binding; ADP binding; glucokinase activity; protein phosphatase binding; ATP binding; glucose binding
Biological Process: glucose 6-phosphate metabolic process; positive regulation of glycogen biosynthetic process; lipid homeostasis; pathogenesis; glucose transport; glucose homeostasis; NADP metabolic process; cellular response to glucose starvation; elevation of cytosolic calcium ion concentration; detection of glucose; regulation of glycolysis; negative regulation of gluconeogenesis; transmembrane transport; second-messenger-mediated signaling; glycogen biosynthetic process; glycolysis; regulation of potassium ion transport; positive regulation of insulin secretion; glucose metabolic process; endocrine pancreas development; fructose 2,6-bisphosphate metabolic process; cellular response to insulin stimulus; hexose transport; carbohydrate metabolic process; positive regulation of glycolysis; carbohydrate phosphorylation; negative regulation of epinephrine secretion; cell glucose homeostasis; regulation of insulin secretion; positive regulation of phosphorylation
Disease: Hyperinsulinemic Hypoglycemia, Familial, 3; Diabetes Mellitus, Permanent Neonatal; Maturity-onset Diabetes Of The Young, Type 2; Diabetes Mellitus, Noninsulin-dependent
Research Articles on GCK
1. genetic association study in population in Japan: In study of 55 probands diagnosed at 0-14 years and 23 ***** family members, 35 different mutations in GCK were identified as associated with MODY2 (glucokinase maturity-onset diabetes of the young).
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