{"product_id":"abcam-ab229318","title":"Abcam, ab229318, Anti-Pax2 antibody","description":"\u003cp\u003eSize: 100µL\u003cbr\u003e\nRabbit Polyclonal Pax2 antibody. Suitable for WB, IHC - Wmt and reacts with Zebrafish, Medaka fish samples. Cited in 8 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Fragment Protein within Zebrafish pax2a.\u003cbr\u003e\nKey facts\u003cbr\u003e\nHost species:Rabbit,\u003cbr\u003e\nClonality:Polyclonal,\u003cbr\u003e\nIsotype:IgG,\u003cbr\u003e\nCarrier free:No,\u003cbr\u003e\nReacts with:Zebrafish, Medaka fish,\u003cbr\u003e\nApplications:WB, IHC - WmtSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,\u003cbr\u003e\nImmunogen:Recombinant Fragment Protein within Zebrafish pax2a. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.Q90268\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProperties and Storage Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nForm-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Storage buffer-pH: 7Preservative: 0.025% Proclin 300Constituents: PBS, 20% 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\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupplementary Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nThis supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Pax2 protein also known as Paired Box 2 is a transcription factor with a mass of approximately 47 kDa. It plays an important role in controlling gene expression during embryonic development. Researchers have identified Pax2 expression in the developing central nervous system kidneys and eyes. Pax2 contains a paired domain which enables it to bind to specific DNA sequences and regulate the transcription of target genes by recruiting other proteins and co-factors to chromatin.\u003cbr\u003e\nBiological function summary\u003cbr\u003e\nThis transcription factor acts as a mediator in developmental processes influencing both organogenesis and tissue differentiation. Pax2 forms part of a transcriptional complex with other Pax family members such as Pax5 and Pax8 which together ensure the proper development of organs like the kidneys and eyes. These interactions allow Pax2 to control cell proliferation differentiation and survival in developing tissues thereby facilitating normal organ formation.\u003cbr\u003e\nPathways\u003cbr\u003e\nPax2 functions within the Wnt\/β-catenin and Sonic Hedgehog signaling pathways. These pathways are important for the regulation of cell fate and patterning during embryogenesis. Pax2 works closely with proteins such as Wnt1 and Gli1 to transduce signals that instruct the development of specific tissues. Pax2's involvement in these pathways demonstrates its critical role in responding to environmental cues that dictate developmental progression.\u003cbr\u003e\nPax2 disruption is associated with renal coloboma syndrome and optic nerve coloboma. Mutations in the Pax2 gene can lead to defective kidney development and neurological defects in eye formation due to impaired gene regulation. Pax2 interacts with proteins like WT1 in kidney development where imbalances may contribute to disease phenotypes. Understanding Pax2's connection to these disorders could help in developing targeted therapeutic strategies.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Abcam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46848608501929,"sku":"ab229318","price":0.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/iright.com\/ar\/products\/abcam-ab229318","provider":"Iright","version":"1.0","type":"link"}