The CNPY3 (Canopy FGF Signaling Regulator 3) antibody is a tool used to study the CNPY3 protein, a member of the CNPY family involved in regulating cellular processes such as protein folding, quality control, and signaling pathways. CNPY3. primarily localized in the endoplasmic reticulum (ER), acts as a chaperone protein that facilitates the maturation and trafficking of membrane proteins, including receptor tyrosine kinases like fibroblast growth factor receptors (FGFRs). It plays a critical role in modulating FGF signaling, which influences cell proliferation, differentiation, and tissue development. Dysregulation of CNPY3 has been linked to diseases such as cancer, neurodegenerative disorders, and metabolic syndromes, making it a target for therapeutic research.
The CNPY3 antibody is widely utilized in techniques like Western blotting, immunofluorescence, and immunohistochemistry to detect CNPY3 expression levels, subcellular localization, and interaction partners. Researchers employ it to explore CNPY3's role in ER stress responses, autophagy, and disease mechanisms. Polyclonal or monoclonal CNPY3 antibodies are typically generated in hosts like rabbits or mice using immunogenic peptide regions of the protein. Validation includes testing specificity via knockout cell lines or siRNA-mediated knockdown. Recent studies highlight CNPY3's potential as a biomarker in cancers, where its overexpression correlates with tumor progression and poor prognosis. Ongoing research aims to elucidate its broader functional networks and therapeutic applications.