{"product_id":"abcam-ab234024","title":"Abcam, ab234024, Anti-Testosterone antibody [4E1G2] - BSA and Azide free","description":"\u003cp\u003eSize: 100µg\u003cbr\u003e\nMouse Monoclonal Testosterone antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for IHC-P and reacts with Chemical, Human samples. Cited in 1 publication. Immunogen corresponding to Chemical \/ Small Molecule corresponding to Testosterone.\u003cbr\u003e\nKey facts\u003cbr\u003e\nHost species:Mouse,\u003cbr\u003e\nClonality:Monoclonal,\u003cbr\u003e\nClone number:4E1G2,\u003cbr\u003e\nIsotype:IgG1,\u003cbr\u003e\nLight chain type:kappa,\u003cbr\u003e\nCarrier free:Yes,\u003cbr\u003e\nReacts with:Human,\u003cbr\u003e\nApplications:IHC-PSee 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 Protein A\/G, Purification notes-Purified from Bioreactor Concentrate by Protein A\/G., Storage buffer-pH: 7.2 - 7.4Constituents: PBS, 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\nTestosterone also known as 17β-hydroxyandrost-4-en-3-one is a steroid hormone with a molecular mass of approximately 288.42 Da. It is primarily synthesized in the testes but also in smaller amounts in the ovaries and adrenal glands. Mechanically testosterone operates by binding to the androgen receptor a member of the nuclear receptor family which then modulates gene expression. Its synthesis is stimulated by luteinizing hormone (LH) which is released from the anterior pituitary gland.\u003cbr\u003e\nBiological function summary\u003cbr\u003e\nTestosterone plays an important role in the development of male secondary sexual characteristics such as increased muscle and bone mass and the growth of body hair. It's also part of the steroid hormone biosynthesis pathway influencing the production of estradiol through the aromatase enzyme. Testosterone contributes to the maintenance of reproductive tissues and is important for the modulation of mood and cognitive functions.\u003cbr\u003e\nPathways\u003cbr\u003e\nTestosterone is integral to the HPG (hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal) axis where it exerts feedback control by inhibiting the secretion of gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) and LH. Moreover testosterone is essential in the androgen receptor signaling pathway. This pathway involves other proteins like dihydrotestosterone (DHT) a potent androgen converted from testosterone via the 5α-reductase enzyme.\u003cbr\u003e\nLow levels of testosterone commonly known as 'Low T' are linked to conditions like hypogonadism and certain metabolic syndromes. Testosterone levels can influence the risk of osteoporosis as sustained low levels reduce bone density. Additionally increased or decreased testosterone levels can pose risks to cardiovascular health with the target interacting with proteins such as sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) in these contexts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Abcam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46848526614697,"sku":"ab234024","price":0.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/iright.com\/ar\/products\/abcam-ab234024","provider":"Iright","version":"1.0","type":"link"}