Abcam, ab225906, Anti-HDAC5 antibody

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Polyclonal HDAC5 antibody. Suitable for IP, WB and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 1 publication. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human HDAC5 aa 500-550.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:IP, WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Synthetic Peptide within Human HDAC5 aa 500-550. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.Q9UQL6

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Purification notes-ab225906 was affinity purified using an epitope specific to HDAC5 immobilized on solid support., Storage buffer-pH: 6.8 - 7.4Preservative: 0.09% Sodium azideConstituents: Tris buffered saline, 0.1% 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-+4°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.
HDAC5 also known as histone deacetylase 5 is an enzyme that removes acetyl groups from histone proteins leading to alteration of chromosome structure and regulation of gene expression. Its molecular weight is approximately 122 kDa. HDAC5 belongs to the class IIa HDAC family and shows high expression in heart brain and skeletal muscle. This expression pattern suggests its importance in these tissues. The role of HDAC5 in dynamically regulating chromatin structure positions it as an important modulator in the tight control of gene transcription.
Biological function summary
HDAC5 plays a pivotal role in gene silencing and is a member of multi-protein complexes. It often partners with other HDACs and co-repressor proteins to enforce transcriptional repression. Through its activity HDAC5 affects cellular processes such as cell growth differentiation and apoptosis. Its expression and activity levels fluctuate among different cell types reflecting its involvement in tissue-specific functions and responses to cellular cues.
Pathways
HDAC5 participates in critical signaling cascades like the MEF2 and NF-kB pathways. In the MEF2 pathway HDAC5 interacts closely with the MEF2 transcription factors repressing genes involved in muscle differentiation. Within the NF-kB pathway HDAC5 contributes to the regulation of inflammatory responses by modulating gene expression. The intricate relationship between HDAC5 and these pathways highlights its regulative influence on cellular functions and adaptive responses.
Recent research implicates HDAC5 in cancer and cardiac hypertrophy. Its overactivity or dysregulation has been observed in certain cancers where it may aid tumor progression by promoting oncogenic gene expression. Similarly in cardiac hypertrophy HDAC5 dysregulation can lead to maladaptive heart muscle growth a condition often exacerbated through interactions with protein kinases like CaMK. These associations have spurred interest in developing HDAC5 inhibitors as potential therapeutic targets to modulate its activity and address these diseases.