Abcam, ab197908, Anti-CYP11B1 antibody

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Polyclonal CYP11B1 antibody. Suitable for IHC-P and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 3 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Fusion protein corresponding to CYP11B1, fused to CYP11B1.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:IHC-PSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Fusion protein corresponding to CYP11B1, fused to CYP11B1. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.P15538

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Storage buffer-pH: 7.4Preservative: 0.05% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 50% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 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.
CYP11B1 also known as cytochrome P450 11B1 or steroid 11β-hydroxylase is a mitochondrial enzyme responsible for the conversion of 11-deoxycorticosterone to corticosterone and 11-deoxycortisol to cortisol. This enzyme plays a significant role in steroidogenesis and its molecular mass measures approximately 57 kDa. It is expressed mainly in the adrenal cortex particularly within the zona fasciculata and zona glomerulosa of the adrenal glands.
Biological function summary
CYP11B1 functions as an essential enzyme in the production of glucocorticoids such as cortisol. These glucocorticoids are critical in regulating metabolism immune response and stress. CYP11B1 is part of the larger cytochrome P450 family a group involved in numerous chemical reactions within the body especially those pertaining to drug metabolism and hormone synthesis.
Pathways
Steroidogenesis includes the actions of CYP11B1 functioning in the biosynthetic pathway of adrenal steroids. This pathway generates important hormones like cortisol. Within this pathway CYP11B1 works closely with other proteins such as CYP17A1 and CYP21A2 which also contribute to steroid hormone biosynthesis. The balance of these enzymatic activities determines the hormonal output of the adrenal cortex.
Dysregulation of CYP11B1 activity has been associated with congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) and Cushing's syndrome. CAH involves a deficiency in cortisol production often resulting from mutations in the CYP11B1 gene. Meanwhile Cushing's syndrome may arise due to excessive cortisol production. CYP21A2 another enzyme in steroidogenesis can also have mutations that contribute to adrenal disorders showing a genetic link between the two.