Abcam, ab232636, Anti-ATG16L1 antibody [EPR15638] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal ATG16L1 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for WB, IHC-P and reacts with Rat, Mouse, Human samples. Cited in 1 publication.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR15638,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Mouse, Rat, Human,
Applications:IHC-P, WBSee 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:
ab232636 is the carrier-free version of
ab187671
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.
ATG16L1 also known as Autophagy Related 16 Like 1 is a protein involved in the autophagy process. It functions as part of a complex that includes ATG12 and ATG5. The molecular weight of ATG16L1 is approximately 66 kDa. It is highly expressed in various tissues including the immune cells highlighting its involvement in essential cellular processes. The protein interacts with other autophagy-related proteins to facilitate the elongation and maturation of autophagosomes.
Biological function summary
ATG16L1 plays a role in mediating autophagy a vital cellular degradation process. It forms a complex with ATG5 and ATG12 necessary for the elongation of the autophagosome membrane. Apart from its role in autophagy ATG16L1 contributes to the regulation of innate immunity by influencing the secretion of inflammatory cytokines. Its presence is essential for maintaining cellular homeostasis and proper immune responses.
Pathways
ATG16L1 is important in pathways like autophagy and immunity. In the autophagy pathway it works alongside ATG5 and ATG12 to ensure the proper formation of autophagosomes which are structures that engulf and degrade unwanted cellular components. Furthermore in the immune response pathway it helps regulate inflammation by managing cytokine production and secretion showing interaction with proteins like NOD2.
ATG16L1 has connections with inflammatory bowel diseases particularly Crohn's disease and various cancers. Mutations in ATG16L1 can lead to impaired autophagy contributing to the development of Crohn's disease. In cancer dysregulation of autophagy involving ATG16L1 may affect tumor progression and response to therapy. The protein associates with NOD2 in Crohn's disease demonstrating that changes in their interaction can influence disease susceptibility and severity.