Abcam, ab210702, Anti-Glucose 6 Phosphate Dehydrogenase antibody [EPR20668]

Size: 20µL / 100µL / 1mL
Anti-Glucose 6 Phosphate Dehydrogenase antibody [EPR20668] (ab210702) is a rabbit monoclonal antibody detecting Glucose 6 Phosphate Dehydrogenase in Western Blot, Flow Cytometry (Intra), Flow Cytometry, IP, IHC-P, ICC/IF . Suitable for Human, Mouse, Rat . - Biophysical QC for unrivalled batch-batch consistency - Over 10 publications
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR20668,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse, Rat, Human,
Applications:Flow Cyt (Intra), IP, IHC-P, WB, ICC/IFSee 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:
What is this antibody validated in?
Anti-Glucose 6 Phosphate Dehydrogenase antibody [EPR20668] (ab210702) is a rabbit recombinant monoclonal antibody and is validated for use in Western Blot (WB), Flow Cytometry (Intra), Flow Cytometry (Flow Cyt), Immunoprecipitation (IP), Immunohistochemistry (IHC-P), Immunocytochemistry/immunofluorescence (ICC/IF) in Human, Mouse, Rat samples.
What is the molecular weight of Glucose 6 Phosphate Dehydrogenase?
Anti-Glucose 6 Phosphate Dehydrogenase [EPR20668] (ab210702) specifically detects a band for Glucose 6 Phosphate Dehydrogenase (UniProt: P11413) at a molecular weight of 59kDa.
Trusted by the scientific community
Anti-Glucose 6 Phosphate Dehydrogenase [EPR20668] (ab210702) was first used in a scientific publication in 2017 and has been cited over 10 times in peer-reviewed journals.
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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
For more information, read more on
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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, 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.
Glucose 6 Phosphate Dehydrogenase also known as G6PD or G6P dehydrogenase plays an important role in the pentose phosphate pathway catalyzing the conversion of glucose 6-phosphate to 6-phosphoglucono-Δ-lactone while producing NADPH from NADP+. G6PD with a molecular mass of approximately 59 kDa is expressed in various tissues with high levels found in red blood cells liver and adrenal glands. This enzyme is vital for protecting cells from oxidative damage by supplying reductive capacity.
Biological function summary
Glucose 6-phosphate dehydrogenase is essential for maintaining cellular redox balance especially in cells lacking mitochondria like red blood cells. It functions as part of a monomer which can dimerize depending on the cellular needs and conditions. The activity of G6PD directly affects the production of NADPH which is necessary for the biosynthesis of nucleic acids and lipids and for maintaining reduced glutathione levels therefore sustaining the antioxidant capacity of the cell.
Pathways
Glucose 6-phosphate dehydrogenase is a pivotal enzyme in the oxidative phase of the pentose phosphate pathway which provides ribose 5-phosphate for nucleotide synthesis and NADPH for reductive biosynthetic reactions. G6PD connects with other enzymes in the pathway such as 6-phosphogluconate dehydrogenase contributing to the regulation of cellular metabolic needs. Its function is tightly linked to glucose metabolism and indirectly influences glycolytic processes.
Alterations in glucose 6-phosphate dehydrogenase activity lead to conditions such as G6PD deficiency which can cause hemolytic anemia when individuals are exposed to certain drugs infections or foods. This enzyme's deficiency is one of the most common enzymatic disorders in humans and is triggered by genetic mutations affecting G6PD function. Moreover G6PD has implications in cancer biology as its activity influences the proliferation and survival of cancer cells alongside other proteins like TP53 and NF-κB which are involved in cellular stress responses.