{"product_id":"abcam-ab231595","title":"Abcam, ab231595, Anti-ADAMTS5 antibody","description":"\u003cp\u003eSize: 100µg\u003cbr\u003e\nRabbit Polyclonal ADAMTS5 antibody. Suitable for WB, IHC-P and reacts with Recombinant full length protein - Rat, Human, Rat samples. Cited in 11 publications.\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:Rat, Human,\u003cbr\u003e\nApplications:IHC-P, WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProperties and Storage Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nForm-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Purification notes-Antigen-specific affinity chromatography followed by Protein A affinity chromatography., Storage buffer-pH: 7.4Preservative: 0.011% Proclin 300Constituents: PBS, 55.77% 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\nADAMTS5 also known as aggrecanase-2 is a member of the ADAMTS (a disintegrin and metalloproteinase with thrombospondin motifs) family. Its approximate mass is 120 kDa. This enzyme functions primarily as a metalloprotease cleaving proteoglycans such as aggrecan thereby playing a significant role in the degradation of extracellular matrix components. ADAMTS5 is widely expressed in tissues such as cartilage. It is integral for maintaining tissue homeostasis and flexibility within the joint structures.\u003cbr\u003e\nBiological function summary\u003cbr\u003e\nADAMTS5 significantly contributes to the dynamic remodeling of the extracellular matrix. It operates without forming complexes with other proteins and functions independently. By cleaving aggrecan it regulates cartilage integrity balancing synthesis and breakdown of matrix constituents. This balance is essential for facilitating normal cartilage function and enables joints to resist load and stress.\u003cbr\u003e\nPathways\u003cbr\u003e\nCurrent understanding highlights that ADAMTS5 is critical within pathways like cartilage catabolism and inflammation response. ADAMTS5 activity initiates extracellular matrix remodeling by interacting with proteins such as aggrecan and collagen II. It plays a role in precise regulatory processes that manage cartilage homeostasis and maintains stability in structural integrity through its catabolic actions.\u003cbr\u003e\nADAMTS5 has strong links to osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Pathological overexpression or dysregulated activity of ADAMTS5 can accelerate cartilage degradation within these conditions. ADAMTS5 interacts with proteins involved in inflammatory pathways and its activity correlates with inflammatory cytokines. Understanding its role is important for designing therapies aimed at inhibiting its excessive action and developing strategies to slow down the disease progression in arthritis patients.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Abcam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854374457513,"sku":"ab231595","price":0.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/iright.com\/ar\/products\/abcam-ab231595","provider":"Iright","version":"1.0","type":"link"}