Abcam, ab126887, Anti-CYP1A1 antibody

Size: 100µL / 200µL
Anti-CYP1A1 antibody (ab126887) is a goat polyclonal antibody detecting CYP1A1 in Western Blot, IHC-P, ICC/IF . Suitable for Human, Mouse, Rat .
Key facts
Host species:Goat,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse, Rat, Human,
Applications:ICC/IF, WB, IHC-PSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Synthetic Peptide within Mouse Cyp1a1 aa 250-350. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.P00184,
Specificity:ab126887 is not expected to cross-react with the similar P450 1A2.

Product details:
What is this antibody validated in?
Anti-CYP1A1 antibody (ab126887) is a goat polyclonal antibody and is validated for use in Western Blot (WB), Immunohistochemistry (IHC-P), Immunocytochemistry/immunofluorescence (ICC/IF) in Human, Mouse, Rat samples.
What is the molecular weight of CYP1A1?
Anti-CYP1A1 (ab126887) specifically detects a band for CYP1A1 (UniProt: P04798) at a molecular weight of 55kDa.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Purification notes-Purified from Goat serum by ammonium sulphate precipitation followed by antigen affinity chromatography using the immunizing peptide., Storage buffer-pH: 7.3Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azideConstituents: 99% Tris buffered saline, 0.5% BSA, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions--20°C, Aliquoting information-Upon delivery aliquot, Storage information-Avoid freeze / thaw cycle

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
CYP1A1 also known as cytochrome P450 1A1 is an enzyme that plays a critical role in the metabolism of xenobiotics. CYP1A1 facilitates the oxidation of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and other environmental toxins converting them into more soluble compounds. With a molecular mass of approximately 58 kDa CYP1A1 locates primarily in the endoplasmic reticulum. Expression of CYP1A1 takes place mainly in the liver although it also appears in the lungs and intestines.
Biological function summary
Cytochrome P450 1A1 acts in detoxification processes and is involved in bioactivation of precarcinogens. The enzyme is part of the cytochrome P450 family which consists of many enzymes responsible for metabolizing diverse substrates. CYP1A1's activity can lead to the activation of carcinogens if bioactivated compounds form DNA adducts potentially leading to mutagenesis.
Pathways
CYP1A1 interacts in the aryl hydrocarbon receptor (AhR) signaling pathway and xenobiotic metabolism pathway. In the AhR pathway CYP1A1 participates in the induction of metabolism of environmental pollutants. Within these pathways it works alongside other cytochrome P450 enzymes like CYP1A2 and CYP1B1 both important in similar detoxification processes. The enzyme's regulation affects chemical homeostasis impacting the removal of potential toxins from the body.
CYP1A1's activity connects closely with lung cancer and cardiovascular diseases. This enzyme upon metabolizing PAHs and similar substances results in metabolites that contribute to carcinogenesis affecting lung tissue. Likewise by-products of its activity link to vascular inflammatory processes influencing cardiovascular health. Interactions with proteins such as AhR and Nrf2 modulate responses that can mitigate or exacerbate these conditions depending on the detoxification efficacy and the balance between bioactivation and elimination of harmful compounds.