Abcam, ab121234, Anti-USP40 antibody

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Polyclonal USP40 antibody. Suitable for IHC-P, ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 2 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human USP40 aa 750-900.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:ICC/IF, IHC-PSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human USP40 aa 750-900. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.Q9NVE5

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Storage buffer-pH: 7.2Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 40% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions--20°C

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
USP40 also known as Ubiquitin Specific Peptidase 40 functions as a deubiquitinating enzyme. It belongs to a family of enzymes that remove ubiquitin from proteins. USP40 has a molecular mass of approximately 140 kDa. The expression of USP40 occurs mainly in tissues like the brain and testis. It lacks deubiquitinase activity on some substrates indicating specificity in its action compared to other ubiquitin proteases.
Biological function summary
The role of USP40 in cellular processes centers on regulating protein degradation. This regulation typically affects the stability and function of target proteins. It is not known to form a complex with other proteins but its action can still influence cellular homeostasis and stress responses indirectly. If not correctly regulated protein degradation can impact many cellular processes leading to varied biological outcomes.
Pathways
Several components of the ubiquitin-proteasome system involve USP40. This system plays an important role in maintaining protein quality control within cells. It interacts with proteins such as ubiquitin C-terminal hydrolase L1 (UCHL1) to modulate protein turnover and stability. Another pathway significantly influenced by USP40 is the autophagy-lysosome pathway where it impacts the recycling and degradation of cellular components.
Irregularities in USP40 have associations with neurodegenerative conditions like Parkinson's disease. In these contexts the dysfunction of protein degradation pathways contributes to the accumulation of misfolded proteins. USP40's association with Alzheimer's disease arises from its interaction with proteins involved in synaptic function and degradation processes like presenilin-1 (PSEN1). Enhancing the understanding of USP40 functions could provide insights into therapeutic strategies for these diseases.