Abcam, ab230881, Anti-RAB31 antibody

Size: 50µL
Rabbit Polyclonal RAB31 antibody. Suitable for WB, IHC-P, ICC/IF and reacts with Human, Rat, Mouse samples. Cited in 4 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human RAB31 conjugated to Keyhole Limpet Haemocyanin.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse, Rat, Human,
Applications:WB, IHC-P, ICC/IFSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Synthetic Peptide within Human RAB31 conjugated to Keyhole Limpet Haemocyanin. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.Q13636

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Storage buffer-pH: 7.3Preservative: 0.01% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 30% 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.
RAB31 also known as RAB22B belongs to the RAB family which plays an important role in vesicular trafficking. It is a small GTPase with a mass of approximately 23 kDa. RAB31 is mainly expressed in epithelial tissues and certain cancer cell lines. It regulates vesicle formation movement and fusion by cycling between an active GTP-bound state and an inactive GDP-bound state. This cycling is important for its function in the intracellular transport system.
Biological function summary
RAB31 influences early endosome dynamics and directly impacts the sorting and recycling of receptors. It associates with effector proteins to form protein complexes that facilitate endocytosis and exocytosis processes. It also interacts with other Rab proteins to ensure proper membrane specificity and temporal regulation within cellular compartments. This behavior highlights its role in maintaining cellular homeostasis and responsiveness to environmental changes.
Pathways
Studies have shown that RAB31 contributes significantly to the endocytic pathway and the insulin signaling pathway. It has functional interactions with proteins like RAB5 and RAB11 both of which are key regulators of endosomal trafficking. RAB31 ensures a proper transport cycle that influences receptor recycling and signaling impacting how cells respond to growth factors and hormones.
Research implicates RAB31 in the progression of certain cancers such as breast cancer due to its established role in vesicle trafficking and receptor recycling which can affect cell growth and division. Its altered expression levels may intersect with proteins such as EGFR leading to abnormal signaling cascades. Furthermore RAB31 has associations with metabolic disorders as disruptions in insulin signaling pathways may contribute to diabetes showcasing its diverse influence on human health.