Neurons are highly specialized cells with unique compartments that are distinguishable using specific markers. These compartments can be generally classified into soma (cell body), axon, dendrite, and synapse. Certain markers allow for discrimination of neurons from other cell types in the nervous system, namely microglia, astrocytes, and oligodendrocytes (ODs). The use of antibodies for these markers in conjunction with microscopy serves as a powerful method for collecting data relevant for, but not limited to: 1) cell type identification, 2) cellular co-localization, 3) phenotypic and morphological analysis, and 4) protein expression levels. To this end, BioLegend offers a number of antibodies against cell type specific and structural markers that have been validated for use in IHC and/or ICC. Our Neuron Marker Antibody Sampler Kit includes antibodies for markers expressed in different compartments of a neuron.
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