Abcam, ab240168, Anti-Pyruvate Dehydrogenase E2 antibody [EPR12455(B)] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal Pyruvate Dehydrogenase E2 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for IP, WB, ICC/IF, Flow Cyt (Intra), IHC-P and reacts with Human, Mouse, Rat, Transfected cell lysate samples. Cited in 1 publication.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR12455(B),
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:WB, IP, ICC/IF, IHC-P, Flow Cyt (Intra)See 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:
ab240168 is the carrier-free version of
ab172617
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.
Pyruvate Dehydrogenase E2 (PDH-E2) also referred to as PDC-E2 or E2 protein is a central component of cellular metabolism. It is the inner core dihydrolipoamide acetyltransferase component of the pyruvate dehydrogenase complex. PDH-E2 facilitates the conversion of pyruvate to acetyl-CoA which is an important step in aerobic respiration. The E2 protein is expressed in the mitochondria where it actively engages in its enzymatic roles. With a molecular weight of approximately 55 kDa PDH-E2 functions through its interaction with other components of the pyruvate dehydrogenase complex.
Biological function summary
PDH-E2 plays a significant role in cellular energy production. It is an important part of the pyruvate dehydrogenase complex where its coordinated enzymatic activity drives the decarboxylation of pyruvate. This activity supplies acetyl-CoA for the citric acid cycle essential for ATP production. PDH-E2's function regulates the flow of carbon within cells linking glycolysis and the citric acid cycle making it essential for energy homeostasis. Its function integrates signals that regulate metabolic pathways helping maintain cellular energy balance.
Pathways
PDH-E2 integrates the glycolysis and citric acid cycle facilitating efficient energy production. It interacts with tightly linked enzymes in the pyruvate dehydrogenase complex important for catalyzing the conversion processes. Key related proteins include pyruvate dehydrogenase (E1) and dihydrolipoamide dehydrogenase (E3) which form the complex alongside E2. This complex is also critical in adjusting metabolic responses based on cellular energy needs efficiently managing substrate flux into the mitochondria.
Dysfunctional PDH-E2 activity associates with metabolic conditions like pyruvate dehydrogenase deficiency and primary biliary cholangitis (PBC). PDH deficiency leads to lactic acidosis and neurological dysfunction due to impaired energy production. In PBC the immune system aberrantly targets the E2 component causing liver damage and leading to cholestasis. These diseases highlight the critical role of PDH-E2 and its interaction with other mitochondrial proteins in maintaining metabolic health.