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TRP1 Antibody (TA99): sc-58438

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  • TRP1 Antibody (TA99) is a mouse monoclonal IgG2a κ, cited in 21 publications, provided at 200 µg/ml
  • raised against melenoma cell line SK-MEL-23 of human origin
  • Anti-TRP1 Antibody (TA99) is recommended for detection of TRP1 in melanomas of mouse, rat and human origin by WB and IF; non cross-reactive with carcinomas and sarcomas
  • Anti-TRP1 Antibody (TA99) is available conjugated to agarose for IP; HRP for WB, IHC(P) and ELISA; and to either phycoerythrin or FITC for IF, IHC(P) and FCM
  • also available conjugated to Alexa Fluor® 488, Alexa Fluor® 546, Alexa Fluor® 594 or Alexa Fluor® 647 for WB (RGB), IF, IHC(P) and FCM, and for use with RGB fluorescent imaging systems, such as iBright™ FL1000, FluorChem™, Typhoon, Azure and other comparable systems
  • also available conjugated to Alexa Fluor® 680 or Alexa Fluor® 790 for WB (NIR), IF and FCM; for use with Near-Infrared (NIR) detection systems, such as LI-COR®Odyssey®, iBright™ FL1000, FluorChem™, Typhoon, Azure and other comparable systems
  • m-IgG Fc BP-HRP and m-IgG2a BP-HRP are the preferred secondary detection reagents for TRP1 Antibody (TA99) for WB applications. These reagents are now offered in bundles with TRP1 Antibody (TA99) (see ordering information below).

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TRP1 Antibody (TA99) is a mouse monoclonal IgG2a kappa light chain antibody that detects TRP1 in melanomas of mouse, rat, and human origin by western blotting (WB) and immunofluorescence (IF). Anti-TRP1 antibody (TA99) is available in both non-conjugated and various conjugated forms, including agarose, horseradish peroxidase (HRP), phycoerythrin (PE), fluorescein isothiocyanate (FITC), and multiple Alexa Fluor® conjugates. TRP1 plays a crucial role in the melanin biosynthesis pathway, functioning as a melanogenic enzyme that contributes to the production of eumelanin and pheomelanin, the two primary types of melanin found in vertebrates. Located within the melanosomes of melanocytes, TRP1 is essential for the stabilization of tyrosinase, the key enzyme in melanin production, and interacts with other proteins in the melanin synthesis pathway, such as TRP2. Proper functioning of TRP1 is vital, as defects in its activity can lead to pigmentation disorders and affect the overall pigmentation of the skin, hair, and eyes. Understanding the role of TRP1 in melanin production not only sheds light on pigmentation but also has implications in studying melanoma and other skin-related conditions, making TRP1 (TA99) monoclonal antibody an invaluable tool for researchers in the field.

For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.

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TRP1 Antibody (TA99) References:

  1. Assembly of Trp1 in a signaling complex associated with caveolin-scaffolding lipid raft domains.  |  Lockwich, TP., et al. 2000. J Biol Chem. 275: 11934-42. PMID: 10766822
  2. Trp1-dependent enhancement of salivary gland fluid secretion: role of store-operated calcium entry.  |  Singh, BB., et al. 2001. FASEB J. 15: 1652-4. PMID: 11427516
  3. Mutational mapping of the catalytic activities of human tyrosinase.  |  Tripathi, RK., et al. 1992. J Biol Chem. 267: 23707-12. PMID: 1429711
  4. A second tyrosinase-related protein, TRP-2, is a melanogenic enzyme termed DOPAchrome tautomerase.  |  Tsukamoto, K., et al. 1992. EMBO J. 11: 519-26. PMID: 1537333
  5. Analysis of the sexual development-promoting region of Schizophyllum commune TRP1 gene.  |  Sen, K., et al. 2016. Biosci Biotechnol Biochem. 80: 2033-44. PMID: 27296855
  6. Cloning and expression of cDNA encoding mouse tyrosinase.  |  Shibahara, S., et al. 1986. Nucleic Acids Res. 14: 2413-27. PMID: 3008090
  7. Mammalian tyrosinase--the critical regulatory control point in melanocyte pigmentation.  |  Hearing, VJ. and Jiménez, M. 1987. Int J Biochem. 19: 1141-7. PMID: 3125075
  8. Mammalian tyrosinase catalyzes three reactions in the biosynthesis of melanin.  |  Körner, A. and Pawelek, J. 1982. Science. 217: 1163-5. PMID: 6810464
  9. DHICA oxidase activity of TRP1 and interactions with other melanogenic enzymes.  |  Kobayashi, T., et al. 1994. Pigment Cell Res. 7: 227-34. PMID: 7855068
  10. High-molecular-weight forms of tyrosinase and the tyrosinase-related proteins: evidence for a melanogenic complex.  |  Orlow, SJ., et al. 1994. J Invest Dermatol. 103: 196-201. PMID: 8040609
  11. Molecular characterization of a human tyrosinase-related-protein-2 cDNA. Patterns of expression in melanocytic cells.  |  Bouchard, B., et al. 1994. Eur J Biochem. 219: 127-34. PMID: 8306979
  12. Molecular interactions within the melanogenic complex: formation of heterodimers of tyrosinase and TRP1 from B16 mouse melanoma.  |  Jiménez-Cervantes, C., et al. 1998. Biochem Biophys Res Commun. 253: 761-7. PMID: 9918801

Ordering Information

Product NameCatalog #UNITPriceQtyFAVORITES

TRP1 Antibody (TA99)

sc-58438
200 µg/ml
$316.00

TRP1 Antibody (TA99): m-IgG Fc BP-HRP Bundle

sc-525671
200 µg Ab; 10 µg BP
$354.00

TRP1 Antibody (TA99): m-IgG2a BP-HRP Bundle

sc-546361
200 µg Ab; 10 µg BP
$354.00

TRP1 Antibody (TA99) AC

sc-58438 AC
500 µg/ml, 25% agarose
$416.00

TRP1 Antibody (TA99) HRP

sc-58438 HRP
200 µg/ml
$316.00

TRP1 Antibody (TA99) FITC

sc-58438 FITC
200 µg/ml
$330.00

TRP1 Antibody (TA99) PE

sc-58438 PE
200 µg/ml
$343.00

TRP1 Antibody (TA99) Alexa Fluor® 488

sc-58438 AF488
200 µg/ml
$357.00

TRP1 Antibody (TA99) Alexa Fluor® 546

sc-58438 AF546
200 µg/ml
$357.00

TRP1 Antibody (TA99) Alexa Fluor® 594

sc-58438 AF594
200 µg/ml
$357.00

TRP1 Antibody (TA99) Alexa Fluor® 647

sc-58438 AF647
200 µg/ml
$357.00

TRP1 Antibody (TA99) Alexa Fluor® 680

sc-58438 AF680
200 µg/ml
$357.00

TRP1 Antibody (TA99) Alexa Fluor® 790

sc-58438 AF790
200 µg/ml
$357.00

Hi I am wondering if TRP1 Antibody (TA99) can be used for flow cytometry? Thanks

Asked by: Luke
Thank you for your question. We have not validated the TRP1 (TA99) antibody for flow cytometry. The antibody is recommended for western blot and IF.
Answered by: BlakeJ
Date published: 2025-09-01

Hi, May I know the full peptide sequence of the TRP1 protein that the Antibody targets against? Thanks, Jenny

Asked by: Jenny
Thank you for contacting Santa Cruz Biotechnology. The sequence for the antibody is proprietary. Here is a link for more information on the protein. https://www.uniprot.org/uniprotkb/P17643/entry
Answered by: BlakeJ
Date published: 2025-04-23

What is the recommended starting dilution for Western blot for TRP1 (TA99): sc-58438 monoclonal antibody?

Asked by: jenniferc
Thank you for your question. The recommended starting dilution for Western blot is 1:100 with a dilution range of 1:100-1:1000. This information, along with other technical specifications, can be found in the “datasheet” link at the top of the product page, for which I have provided the link: https://datasheets.scbt.com/sc-58438.pdf If you have any further questions or concerns, please contact our Technical Service department by calling 800-457-3801 option 2, emailing scbt@scbt.com, or using the Live Chat function on our website.
Answered by: Technical Support 13
Date published: 2017-01-20
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Rated 5 out of 5 by from Terrific antibody against TRP1!This is a great antibody for detecting TRP1 in Western blotting or in immunofluorescence. Highly recommend it!
Date published: 2016-12-21
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Good publishable data in IF (pfa) using humanGood publishable data in IF (pfa) using human melanoma cell line, WM983-A (VGP), and MGP melanoma cell lines, WM983-B (MGP1), WM1158 (MGP2), and WM852 (MGP3) -SCBT Publication Review
Date published: 2015-03-14
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Antibody was published for use in IF (pfa)Antibody was published for use in IF (pfa) on mouse B16 cells - SCBT Publication Review
Date published: 2014-09-01
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