Mouse Anti-Porcine Melanophilin (MLPH) Monoclonal Antibody

Porcine melanophilin (pMELP) is a protein that is structurally associated with the regulation of melanosome transport within cells, particularly in pigment-producing cells such as melanocytes. This protein plays a crucial role in the biogenesis, transport, and positioning of melanosomes, which are organelles responsible for the production and storage of melanin, the pigment giving color to skin, hair, and eyes. In pigs, melanophilin is instrumental in determining coat color patterns and may be involved in adaptations to different environmental conditions, such as UV radiation protection. The study of pMELP can provide insights into the genetic basis of pigmentation diversity in swine breeds and has implications for the livestock industry, where coat color is a trait of economic and aesthetic significance.