Abcam, ab155529, Anti-RIP2 antibody

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Polyclonal RIP2 antibody. Suitable for WB, IHC-P and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 2 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human RIPK2 aa 300 to C-terminus.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:WB, IHC-PSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human RIPK2 aa 300 to C-terminus. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.O43353

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Storage buffer-pH: 7Preservative: 0.01% Thimerosal (merthiolate)Constituents: 10% 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.
RIP2 also known as receptor-interacting serine/threonine-protein kinase 2 or RICK is a protein with roles in signal transduction. It functions mechanically as a kinase which means it adds a phosphate group to other proteins impacting their activity and stability. RIP2 weighs about 61 kDa and is mostly expressed in immune system-related tissues such as spleen thymus peripheral blood leukocytes and bone marrow. As a kinase RIP2 is an action part in the cellular response to external stimuli.
Biological function summary
RIP2 interacts with key components of the immune signaling network. It forms part of a complex with other proteins like nucleotide-binding oligomerization domain (NOD) proteins influencing immune responses. By binding to NOD1 and NOD2 RIP2 modulates inflammatory signaling pathways leading to the activation of NF-kB and the production of inflammatory cytokines. This protein helps regulate the body's defense against bacterial infections and influences inflammation processes.
Pathways
RIP2 plays an integral role in the NOD-like receptor signaling pathway and is also involved in toll-like receptor signaling. In its pathways RIP2 interacts closely with proteins like IKK complexes and the Tak1 complex orchestrating signaling cascades leading to the activation of NF-kB and MAPK pathways. These pathways are essential for instigating the immune response and managing inflammatory signals highlighting how RIP2 acts as a pivotal mediator in these biological routes.
Mutations or dysregulation of RIP2 are linked to inflammatory diseases and immune disorders such as Crohn's disease and Blau syndrome. RIP2's involvement in these conditions often involves its interaction with NOD2 influencing the improper immune response seen in these diseases. Changing RIP2 activity presents a target for developing kinase inhibitors that might help to manage inflammation and immune system disorders by modulating its signaling activity.