Abcam, ab239008, Anti-Syntrophin alpha 1 antibody [EPR14828] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal SNTA1 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for WB, ICC/IF, Flow Cyt (Intra), IHC-P and reacts with Mouse, Human samples. Cited in 1 publication.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR14828,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Mouse, Human,
Applications:Flow Cyt (Intra), IHC-P, ICC/IF, 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:
ab239008 is the carrier-free version of
ab188873
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.
Syntrophin alpha 1 also known as SNTA1 or by its protein mass of about 53 kDa is an adaptor protein that plays an important role in linking the cytoskeleton to the cell membrane. It interacts with ion channels receptors and signaling proteins at the membrane. Syntrophin alpha 1 forms part of the dystrophin-associated protein complex important for structural integrity and signaling processes in muscle tissue. This protein sees expression mainly in skeletal and cardiac muscles as well as in the brain where it contributes to signal transduction and cellular architecture.
Biological function summary
Syntrophin alpha 1 contributes to maintaining muscular and neural function by organizing protein complexes at the cell membrane. It anchors various signaling molecules and is part of the dystrophin-glycoprotein complex. This involvement helps stabilize the muscle cell membrane during contraction and impact preventing damage. In neurons it modulates synaptic signaling and assists in maintaining cellular organization. The precise coordination of this protein with others in its complex ensures proper physiological responses to environmental stimuli.
Pathways
Syntrophin alpha 1 is a component of signaling pathways related to muscle contraction and neurological processes. It interfaces with the PI3K/AKT signaling pathway connected to cellular growth and the nitric oxide pathway that regulates muscle blood flow. Syntrophin alpha 1 is closely related to dystrophin in these pathways and together they interface with neuronal nitric oxide synthase (nNOS) modulating blood flow and synaptic activity. This partnership not only regulates physiological functions but also maintains cellular stability during stress.
Alterations in syntrophin alpha 1 are associated with muscular dystrophies and cardiac conditions. Its malfunction contributes to disorders such as Duchenne muscular dystrophy where the absence of dystrophin disrupts the syntrophin-mediated membrane stability. Furthermore SNTA1 mutations can lead to long QT syndrome affecting cardiac electrical activity. In both cases the disturbance in syntrophin's interaction with dystrophin and nNOS contributes to disease progression leading to impaired muscle or cardiac function.