Abcam, ab164310, Recombinant Human beta I Tubulin protein

Size: 10µg
Recombinant Human beta I Tubulin protein is a Human Full Length protein, in the 1 to 451 aa range, expressed in Wheat germ, suitable for ELISA, WB.
Key facts
Expression system:Wheat germ,
Tags:GST tag N-Terminus,
Applications:WB, ELISASee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Biologically active:No,
Accession:Q9H4B7,
Animal free:No,
Carrier free:No,
Species:Human,
Storage buffer:pH: 8Constituents: 0.79% Tris HCl, 0.31% Glutathione

Properties and Storage Information:
Shipped at conditions-Dry Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions--80°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions--80°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.
Beta I Tubulin also known as TUBB1 is an essential component of the microtubule cytoskeleton specifically expressed in hematopoietic cells such as platelets. It is a protein with a mass of approximately 50 kDa. This protein shares structural similarities with other beta tubulins forming heterodimers with alpha-tubulin to construct the microtubules necessary for cell shape and movement. Beta I Tubulin primarily localizes to regions where it aids in the dynamics of microtubule assembly and stabilization.
Biological function summary
Beta tubulins are important for proper cell division signal transduction and organelle positioning. Beta I Tubulin integrates into the microtubule complex playing an important role in platelet formation and function. The dynamic behavior of microtubules facilitated by beta I Tubulin and its interactions influences cytoskeletal organization enabling cells to maintain their architecture and transport intracellular components effectively.
Pathways
Beta I Tubulin becomes critical in signaling pathways that involve cytoskeleton dynamics such as the Rho GTPase signaling pathway which is essential for actin and microtubule dynamics. It works together with proteins like alpha-tubulin and actin to ensure the proper development of megakaryocytes precursors to platelets. The function of these pathways determines efficient platelet production and stabilization closely linked to overall cellular homeostasis and response to external stimuli.
Beta I Tubulin has connections to conditions such as congenital macrothrombocytopenia and other platelet disorders. Mutations or dysregulations of beta I Tubulin can lead to abnormal platelet morphology and function impacting hemostasis. This protein also shows connections to alpha-tubulin in these disorders indicating the essential partnership between tubulin subunits in the formation of functional microtubules and emphasizing their significance in maintaining normal physiological states.