Abcam, ab239358, Anti-KMT4 / Dot1L antibody [EPR22936-138]

Size: 100µL / 1mL
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal KMT4 / Dot1L antibody. Suitable for IHC-P, WB and reacts with Mouse, Rat, Human samples. Cited in 3 publications.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR22936-138,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
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.,
Specificity:In-house IHC data gave positive staining only on testis.

Product details:
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- High batch-to-batch consistency and reproducibility
- Improved sensitivity and specificity
- Long-term security of supply
- Animal-free batch production
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Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-pH: 7.2 - 7.4Preservative: 0.01% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 40% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 0.05% BSA, 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

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
KMT4 also known as Dot1L is a histone methyltransferase that catalyzes the methylation of histone H3 at lysine 79. This protein plays a significant role in chromatin remodeling and gene expression regulation. Dot1L has a molecular mass of approximately 171 kDa. It expresses widely in various tissues with high presence in the heart brain and testes indicating its importance in diverse cellular processes.
Biological function summary
Dot1L functions as a critical enzyme influencing transcriptional activation and repression. It does not require a specific formed complex to execute its activity unlike many other methyltransferases that work as part of larger protein complexes. Dot1L interacts directly with nucleosomes and influences gene expression by modifying chromatin structure. This regulation of gene expression is important for the coordination of normal developmental processes and cellular proliferation.
Pathways
Dot1L impacts epigenetic regulation and is integral to the Wnt signaling pathway. This pathway is essential for processes like embryonic development and cell differentiation. Dot1L also plays an essential role in DNA damage response and repair pathways. It collaborates with other proteins like BRG1 a chromatin re-modeling factor to initiate specific genomic responses related to transcriptional control genome stability and repair mechanisms.
Dot1L has been linked to mixed lineage leukemia (MLL) and other types of hematological malignancies. The aberrant activity of Dot1L can disrupt normal gene regulatory mechanisms leading to uncontrolled cell proliferation and cancer. Dot1L interacts with MLL fusion proteins that result from chromosomal translocations which are often present in leukemia. Abnormal Dot1L activity is also associated with the progression of other cancers making it a potential therapeutic target in oncology.