Abcam, ab170949, Anti-ASAH2B antibody [EPR10539]

Size: 100µL / 1mL
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal ASAH2B antibody. Suitable for IP, WB, Flow Cyt (Intra) and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 2 publications.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR10539,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:IP, Flow Cyt (Intra), WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.

Product details:
Patented technology
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What are the advantages of a recombinant monoclonal antibody?
This product is a recombinant monoclonal antibody, which offers several advantages including:
- High batch-to-batch consistency and reproducibility
- Improved sensitivity and specificity
- Long-term security of supply
- Animal-free batch production
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Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-pH: 7.2 - 7.4Preservative: 0.01% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 50% Tissue culture supernatant, 40% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 0.05% BSA, 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, Storage information-Avoid freeze / thaw cycle

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
ASAH2B also known as neutral ceramidase B is an enzyme involved in the metabolism of sphingolipids. It has a molecular mass of roughly 100 kDa. The enzyme functions by hydrolyzing ceramides into sphingosine and free fatty acid in a neutral pH environment. ASAH2B is expressed in various tissues including the brain kidney and liver. Its activity contributes significantly to maintaining the balance of sphingolipid-mediated cellular processes.
Biological function summary
ASAH2B impacts cell signaling and microsomal integrity by regulating sphingosine levels. It is not known to be part of a larger complex but it still plays an important role in the ceramide catabolic process. Sphingosine produced by ASAH2B can influence many cellular functions such as apoptosis proliferation and differentiation. It modulates the levels of bioactive lipids impacting cellular homeostasis.
Pathways
The enzyme is integral to the sphingolipid metabolism pathway. By breaking down ceramides ASAH2B facilitates interactions in the sphingolipid signaling pathway which is important for cell fate decisions. ASAH2B works in conjunction with proteins like sphingosine kinase which further converts sphingosine into sphingosine-1-phosphate another signaling molecule essential for cell growth and survival.
ASAH2B dysregulation associates with conditions such as neurodegenerative diseases and cancer. Improper ceramide metabolism influenced by ASAH2B activity may contribute to these pathological states. For instance altered levels of ASAH2B can disrupt normal apoptotic signaling pathways linking it to cancer progression. It also interacts with proteins like ceramide synthase which play roles in these diseases by affecting the balance of pro-apoptotic and pro-growth signals.