Abcam, ab124672, Anti-DDB1 antibody [EPR6088]

Size: 100µL / 1mL
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal DDB1 antibody. Suitable for WB and reacts with Human, Mouse samples. Cited in 5 publications.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR6088,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse, Human,
Applications:WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.

Product details:
Patented technology
Our RabMAb
technology is a patented hybridoma-based technology for making rabbit monoclonal antibodies. For details on our patents, please refer to
RabMAb® patents
What are the advantages of a recombinant monoclonal antibody?
This product is a recombinant monoclonal antibody, which offers several advantages including:
- High batch-to-batch consistency and reproducibility
- Improved sensitivity and specificity
- Long-term security of supply
- Animal-free batch production
For more information, read more on
recombinant antibodies

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-pH: 7.2 - 7.4Preservative: 0.05% Sodium azideConstituents: 50% Tissue culture supernatant, 40% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 9.85% Tris glycine, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions--20°C, Storage information-Stable for 12 months at -20°C

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
DDB1 also known as Damage-Specific DNA Binding Protein 1 and DDB00A acts mechanically by recognizing and binding to DNA damage sites particularly UV-induced lesions. It functions as part of the UV-damaged DNA-binding protein complex. DDB1 has a molecular weight of approximately 127 kDa. It expresses in various tissues prominently in cells that are actively cycling. The protein often cooperates with other proteins to promote DNA repair and maintenance of genomic stability.
Biological function summary
In terms of cellular processes beyond DDB1's immediate interactions it plays a critical role in DNA repair mechanisms and the cell cycle. DDB1 is part of the larger CUL4-DDB1 ubiquitin ligase complex which targets specific proteins for ubiquitination and subsequent degradation therefore facilitating DNA repair and regulating cell cycle progression. This ability to target damaged proteins or signaling errors for removal helps maintain cellular health and preserve genetic information integrity.
Pathways
DDB1 is pivotal in the nucleotide excision repair pathway and the DNA damage response pathway. It interacts dynamically with proteins such as XPC (xeroderma pigmentosum group C) to initiate repair mechanisms ensuring the proper removal of damaged DNA sections. Moreover DDB1's role in ubiquitination connects it to pathways regulating protein turnover and cellular homeostasis interacting with the ubiquitin-proteasome system which is important for controlling protein degradation.
DDB1's malfunction or misregulation associates with conditions like xeroderma pigmentosum due to its role in DNA damage repair. It is also linked to certain cancer types where DNA repair deficiencies contribute to uncontrolled cell proliferation. Through these diseases DDB1 often interacts with proteins such as BRWD3 which may modulate DDB1's activity or stability influencing the disease outcomes by affecting the DNA repair capacity or recognizing specific proteins for degradation.