Abcam, ab231075, Anti-KAT2A / GCN5 antibody [EPR21146] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal KAT2A / GCN5 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for IP, ChIP, WB and reacts with Human, Mouse samples. Cited in 3 publications.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR21146,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Mouse, Human,
Applications:WB, IP, ChIPSee 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:
ab231075 is the carrier-free version of
ab217876
Patented technology
Our RabMAb
technology is a patented hybridoma-based technology for making rabbit monoclonal antibodies. For details on our patents, please refer to
RabMAb® patents
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
recombinant antibodies
Conjugation ready
Our carrier-free antibodies are typically supplied in a PBS-only formulation, purified and free of BSA, sodium azide and glycerol. This conjugation-ready format is designed for use with fluorochromes, metal isotopes, oligonucleotides, and enzymes, which makes them ideal for antibody labelling, functional and cell-based assays, flow-based assays (e.g. mass cytometry) and Multiplex Imaging applications.
Use our
conjugation kits
for antibody conjugates that are ready-to-use in as little as 20 minutes with 1 minute hands-on-time and 100% antibody recovery: available for fluorescent dyes, HRP, biotin and gold.
Compatibility
This product is compatible with the Maxpar
Antibody Labeling Kit from Fluidigm, without the need for antibody preparation. Maxpar
is a trademark of Fluidigm Canada Inc.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-pH: 7.2 - 7.4Constituents: PBS, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions-+4°C, Storage information-Do Not Freeze

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
KAT2A also known as GCN5 is a lysine acetyltransferase enzyme with a molecular mass of approximately 92 kDa. It mainly acetylates histone proteins and affects transcriptional regulation by modifying chromatin structure. KAT2A/GCN5 is expressed in various tissues with significant expression in the nucleus of eukaryotic cells. Its role as a histone acetyltransferase places it as an important player in transcriptional activation by modifying the chromatin to a more open conformation facilitating access by transcription machinery.
Biological function summary
KAT2A/GCN5 participates in several cellular processes as part of larger protein complexes. It is a component of the SAGA (Spt-Ada-Gcn5 acetyltransferase) and TFTC (TBP-free TAF-containing complex) both involved in transcription regulation. Through these complexes KAT2A influences gene expression by acetylating histone residues which in turn affects the recruitment of other transcriptional activators or repressors. This activity also links it to non-histone substrates that support DNA damage repair and cellular senescence.
Pathways
KAT2A/GCN5 is integrally connected to the regulation of transcription and chromatin remodeling pathways. It interacts closely with the transcription factor c-Myc assisting in cell cycle regulation and proliferation. Additionally its presence in the p53 signaling pathway highlights its involvement in controlling cell growth and apoptosis. KAT2A/GCN5 activity influences downstream events in these pathways by affecting the acetylation state of specific histones and non-histone proteins.
The dysregulation of KAT2A/GCN5 is linked to cancer particularly in breast and colorectal cancers. Its role in acetylating key proteins like c-Myc and affecting pathways like p53 can lead to unchecked cell growth when improperly regulated. Furthermore KAT2A is connected to neurodegenerative diseases through its interactions with other histone modifiers such as HDAC1 and HDAC2 implicating it in conditions where neural cell function or maintenance goes awry.