Abcam, ab239866, Anti-UBF1 antibody [EP2741Y] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal UBF1 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for IHC-P, WB, Flow Cyt (Intra) and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 1 publication.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EP2741Y,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:Flow Cyt (Intra), WB, IHC-PSee 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:
ab239866 is the carrier-free version of
ab75781
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
Species reactivity
Rat: We have preliminary internal testing data to indicate this antibody may not react with this species.
Please
contact us
for more information.
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.
UBF1 also known as Upstream Binding Factor 1 is a transcription factor with a mass of approximately 97 kDa. It plays a mechanical role in facilitating the transcription of ribosomal RNA (rRNA) by binding to the core promoter element of rRNA genes. This action stimulates the recruitment of RNA polymerase I to the rDNA promoter site. UBF1 expresses in the nucleolus of eukaryotic cells where it functions as part of a nucleolar complex. Its presence is important for the structural organization and function of the nucleolus.
Biological function summary
UBF1 is essential for the regulation of ribosomal biogenesis. It binds to the rDNA enhancer and the rDNA promoter as part of the transcription initiation complex helping to modulate the synthesis of rRNA. UBF1 works synergistically with other nucleolar proteins such as SL1 and TIF-IA. This complex behavior influences cellular growth and proliferation. The interaction of UBF1 acting either alone or in combination with factors like SL1 controls the transcription rate of rRNA impacting the overall protein synthesis capacity of the cell.
Pathways
UBF1 plays a significant role in the cellular growth and ribosome biogenesis pathways due to its fundamental participation in rRNA transcription. It interacts closely with components of the RNA polymerase I transcription machinery. UBF1 also links to the mTOR signaling pathway which is pivotal for cell growth regulation. Interactions with other proteins such as RRN3 help mediate the link between transcriptional regulation by UBF1 and these broader signaling pathways.
UBF1 links to various pathological conditions especially cancer and growth disorders. Aberrations in UBF1 expression or function can lead to unchecked cellular proliferation and tumorigenesis as seen in certain types of cancer. Its connection to the rRNA synthesis pathway implicates it in growth disorders associated with defective ribosome production. Altered interactions between UBF1 and other proteins like p53 play a role in these disease states either by disrupting normal cell cycle control or by enabling the continued presence of harmful mutations.