Rabbit Polyclonal OR1L3 Antibody

The OR1L3 antibody is a specialized tool used to detect and study the olfactory receptor 1L3 (OR1L3), a protein encoded by the OR1L3 gene. Olfactory receptors (ORs), part of the G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR) superfamily, are primarily responsible for detecting odorants in the nasal epithelium. However, OR1L3. like several other ORs, exhibits ectopic expression in non-olfactory tissues, including the brain, testes, and kidneys, suggesting roles beyond smell, such as in cellular signaling or disease pathways. OR1L3 antibodies are typically polyclonal or monoclonal, raised in hosts like rabbits or mice, and designed to target specific epitopes of the OR1L3 protein. These antibodies are widely used in research applications, including Western blotting, immunohistochemistry (IHC), and immunofluorescence (IF), to investigate OR1L3's expression patterns, localization, and potential physiological functions. Studies have explored its involvement in processes like sperm motility, neuronal signaling, or tumor progression, though its exact mechanisms remain under investigation. The development of OR1L3 antibodies has facilitated a deeper understanding of the diverse roles of olfactory receptors outside the olfactory system, highlighting their significance in both basic biology and clinical research, particularly in conditions like cancer or neurological disorders.