Abcam, ab157588, Anti-Eph receptor A4/SEK antibody [M280]

Size: 100µL
Mouse Monoclonal Eph receptor A4/SEK antibody. Suitable for WB and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 1 publication. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human EPHA4.
Key facts
Host species:Mouse,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:M280,
Isotype:IgG1,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human EPHA4. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.P54764,
Specificity:The region used as immunogen has less than 50% homology with other EphA and EphB family members.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-Preservative: 0.05% Sodium azide Constituents: PBS, 50% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 0.1% BSA, 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.
The Eph receptor A4 also known as SEK is a type of ephrin receptor that plays a significant role in cellular communication. It belongs to the Eph protein family and it is classified as a receptor tyrosine kinase. EphA4 has an approximate molecular mass of 110 kDa. It is mainly expressed in the nervous system although it can also be found in other tissues including the vascular and skeletal systems. This receptor has an important function in mediating signal transduction upon binding with their ephrin ligands.
Biological function summary
EphA4 plays a critical role in developmental processes particularly in the development of the nervous system and vascular patterning. The receptor engages in bidirectional signaling meaning that signals are transmitted not only into the receptor-expressing cells but also into the ephrin-expressing ones. EphA4 is part of complexes that can include multiple receptor and ephrin molecules which allows for the modulation of cell adhesion and migration. These processes are essential for forming tissue boundaries and axon guidance.
Pathways
EphA4 signaling is involved in two significant pathways: the Eph/ephrin signaling pathway and the cytoskeletal remodeling pathway. In the Eph/ephrin signaling pathway EphA4 interacts with various ephrin ligands leading to changes in cellular architecture and behavior. The cytoskeletal remodeling pathway involves interactions with proteins such as Rho and Ras which coordinate cytoskeletal changes necessary for cell movement and positioning. These pathways are integral to processes like axon guidance and cell migration underpinning EphA4’s role in development.
EphA4 has been implicated in conditions such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and cancer metastasis. In the context of ALS EphA4's interaction with proteins like RhoA affects axonal repair and neuron survival contributing to the disease's progression. Regarding cancer EphA4 influences tumor growth and spread with its signaling pathways impacting cellular invasion and angiogenesis. Understanding these aspects of EphA4 activity assists in developing therapeutic strategies for these disorders.