Description_x000D_ General description_x000D_ Major facilitator superfamily domain containing 2a (Mfsd2a)is a sodium-dependent lysophosphatidylcholine (LPC) transporter. The endothelium of the micro vessels in blood brain barrier express high levels of Mfsd2a._x000D_ Immunogen_x000D_ MFSD2A antibody was raised against an 18 amino acid peptide near the carboxy terminus of human MFSD2A._x000D_ Physical form_x000D_ Supplied in PBS with 0.02% sodium azide._x000D_ Disclaimer_x000D_ Unless otherwise stated in our catalog or other company documentation accompanying the product(s), our products are intended for research use only and are not to be used for any other purpose, which includes but is not limited to, unauthorized commercial uses, in vitro diagnostic uses, ex vivo or in vivo therapeutic uses or any type of consumption or application to humans or animals._x000D_ Biochem/physiol Actions_x000D_ Major facilitator superfamily domain containing 2a (Mfsd2a) acts as a transporter for the essential omega-3 fatty acid docosahexaenoic acid. It is essential at the blood-brain barrier for postnatal brain growth. A leaky blood-brain barrier from embryonic stages through to adulthood is observed if there is a genetic variation in this gene. Mutation in MFSD2A gene results in microcephaly and ventriculomegaly._x000D_ Features and Benefits_x000D_ Evaluate our antibodies with complete peace of mind. If the antibody does not perform in your application, we will issue a full credit or replacement antibody. Learn more._x000D_ Linkage_x000D_ The action of this antibody can be blocked using blocking peptide SBP3500576.