Abcam, ab169572, Anti-PIP5K2 gamma antibody

Size: 50µg
Mouse Polyclonal PIP5K2 gamma antibody. Suitable for WB and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 1 publication. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Full Length Protein corresponding to Human PIP4K2C.
Key facts
Host species:Mouse,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
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 Full Length Protein corresponding to Human PIP4K2C.Q8TBX8

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-pH: 7.4Constituents: PBS, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage duration-1-2 weeks, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions--20°C, Aliquoting information-Upon delivery aliquot

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
PIP5K2 gamma also known as phosphatidylinositol-5-phosphate 4-kinase type-2 gamma is an enzyme encoded by the PIP4K2C gene. It plays an important role in cellular processes by phosphorylating phosphatidylinositol-5-phosphate to generate phosphatidylinositol-45-bisphosphate. The molecular mass of PIP5K2 gamma is approximately 51 kDa. This protein is mostly expressed in brain tissue but researchers have also found it in other tissues including the pancreas and spleen.
Biological function summary
The protein's primary role involves the regulation of phosphoinositide signaling pathways. PIP5K2 gamma participates in membrane trafficking cytoskeletal organization and signal transduction processes. It associates with different protein complexes that modulate these cellular activities. By controlling the levels of phosphatidylinositol-45-bisphosphate PIP5K2 gamma indirectly regulates several downstream signaling events.
Pathways
Scientists have shown that PIP5K2 gamma is a part of the phosphatidylinositol signaling system which is important for signal transduction and cellular communication. It interacts closely with proteins such as phospholipase C and AKT. PIP5K2 gamma also contributes to the insulin signaling pathway impacting glucose metabolism and cell proliferation.
Studies link PIP5K2 gamma to several medical conditions. Its dysregulation associates with neurological disorders including bipolar disorder. Variations in this protein are also connected to cancer. For example in cancer alterations in the PIP5K2 gamma activity may affect pathways involving the AKT protein leading to uncontrolled cell growth and survival.