Abcam, ab240107, Anti-Staufen/STAU1 antibody [EPR7966] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal Staufen/STAU1 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for WB, ICC/IF, Flow Cyt (Intra) and reacts with Mouse, Rat, Human samples. Cited in 1 publication.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR7966,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Mouse, Rat, Human,
Applications:ICC/IF, Flow Cyt (Intra), 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:
ab240107 is the carrier-free version of
ab137100
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.
Staufen1 (STAU1) also known as Staufen double-stranded RNA binding protein 1 is an RNA-binding protein that plays a significant role in the regulation of mRNA localization stability and translation. It has a mass of approximately 58 kDa and is expressed in a variety of tissues including the brain testis and heart. STAU1 is known for binding to specific secondary structures in mRNA which influences the post-transcriptional gene regulation processes essential for cell function.
Biological function summary
Staufen1 participates in mRNA transport and localization within cells especially neurons. It forms part of a ribonucleoprotein complex which is involved in the movement of mRNA to distinct subcellular sites facilitating localized protein synthesis. This function is critical for the development and maintenance of cellular structures especially in cells with polarized functions such as neurons where precise protein localization is necessary for synaptic function and plasticity.
Pathways
Staufen1 is essential in processes related to mRNA decay and translation regulation. It is actively involved in the nonsense-mediated mRNA decay pathway ensuring the quality control of mRNA transcripts and preventing the synthesis of defective proteins. Additionally STAU1 interacts with proteins such as UPF1 an important player in this mRNA surveillance mechanism highlighting its role in ensuring accurate protein translation and cellular health.
Abnormalities in STAU1 function have been associated with neurodegenerative diseases and muscular disorders. Its interaction with proteins like SMN responsible for motor neuron maintenance links STAU1 to spinal muscular atrophy. Similarly STAU1's role in the regulation of mRNA at synapses connects it to neuronal disorders including some forms of intellectual disability where local protein synthesis at synapses is disrupted.