Abcam, ab227293, Anti-GRP94 antibody

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Polyclonal GRP94 antibody. Suitable for IP, WB, IHC-P, ICC/IF and reacts with Human, Mouse samples. Cited in 3 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human HSP90B1.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse, Human,
Applications:WB, IP, IHC-P, ICC/IFSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human HSP90B1. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.P14625

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Storage buffer-pH: 7Preservative: 0.01% Thimerosal (merthiolate)Constituents: 10% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 1.21% Tris, 0.75% Glycine, 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.
GRP94 also known as HSP90b1 is a glycoprotein that belongs to the heat shock protein 90 family. It has a molecular mass of approximately 94 kDa. GRP94 is expressed mainly in the endoplasmic reticulum and appears in high levels in cells undergoing stress. This protein acts as a chaperone assisting in the proper folding and assembly of other proteins playing an essential role in protein homeostasis. GRP94 ensures the quality control of proteins by preventing misfolding and aggregation.
Biological function summary
GRP94 influences the stability of many secretory and cell-surface proteins. It forms part of a multi-protein complex that stabilizes client proteins and assists their proper folding. GRP94 is essential for the maturation of proteins involved in the immune response including immunoglobulins and integrins. Overexpression of GRP94 has been noted in various cancers where it supports the folding of proteins required for tumor growth and survival.
Pathways
GRP94 is an important element of the protein folding quality control mechanism within the endoplasmic reticulum. It functions in coordination with other chaperones like BiP and calnexin within the unfolded protein response (UPR) pathway. The UPR pathway is essential during stress conditions where increased protein synthesis occurs. GRP94 also contributes to calcium homeostasis and directly interacts with proteins like integrins affecting cell adhesion and motility.
GRP94 has been implicated in the progression of cancer and neurodegenerative diseases. Overexpression of GRP94 is often linked to cancer where it stabilizes oncogenic proteins necessary for cancer cell survival. In neurodegenerative disorders GRP94 shows altered expression levels which may influence the pathogenesis of diseases like Alzheimer's. The interaction between GRP94 and other proteins such as tau protein in Alzheimer's highlights its potential role in disease mechanisms.