Abcam, ab153883, Anti-Annexin-4/ANXA4 antibody

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Polyclonal Annexin-4/ANXA4 antibody. Suitable for IP, WB, IHC-P, ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 2 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human ANXA4 aa 1 to C-terminus.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:WB, ICC/IF, IHC-P, IPSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human ANXA4 aa 1 to C-terminus. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.P09525

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Storage buffer-pH: 7Preservative: 0.01% Thimerosal (merthiolate)Constituents: 20% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 1.21% Tris, 0.75% Glycine, 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.
Annexin-4 also known as ANXA4 is a protein with a molecular mass of approximately 36 kDa. It belongs to the annexin family characterized by their ability to bind phospholipids in a calcium-dependent manner. Annexin-4 is widely expressed in various tissues including epithelial cells in the gastrointestinal tract kidney and placenta. This protein associates with the inner surface of the plasma membrane and plays roles in processes like vesicle trafficking and membrane dynamics.
Biological function summary
The protein functions in cellular processes involving membrane-related activities. It does not appear to be part of a larger stable complex but researchers have observed its interaction with cell membranes and involvement in membrane repair and cell signal transduction. Annexin-4 can mediate interactions between the cytoskeleton and the plasma membrane impacting cell motility and structure.
Pathways
Annexin-4 functions in the phospholipid signaling pathways particularly influencing pathways related to calcium signaling. In the calcium-dependent signaling pathway Annexin-4 regulates cellular responses by cooperating with proteins such as calmodulin and other annexins contributing to processes like cell proliferation and apoptosis.
Annexin-4 has shown associations with cancer and inflammatory diseases. Abnormal expression of Annexin-4 has been observed in certain cancer types where it may affect tumor metastasis and progression by modifying cellular adhesion and migration. Additionally its interactions with inflammation-related proteins such as interleukins suggest its involvement in inflammatory responses and disorders like inflammatory bowel disease. Researchers continue to explore its potential as a biomarker for early detection and as a target for therapeutic intervention.