Abcam, ab240250, Anti-DGAT1 antibody [EPR13430-4] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal DGAT1 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for IP, WB, ICC/IF, Flow Cyt (Intra) and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 1 publication.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR13430-4,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:WB, IP, ICC/IF, 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:
ab240250 is the carrier-free version of
ab181180
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.
DGAT1 also known as acyl CoA:diacylglycerol acyltransferase 1 is an enzyme with a molecular mass of approximately 55 kDa. DGAT1 is expressed in various tissues with high levels noted in adipose tissue and the intestines. The enzyme catalyzes the final step in triglyceride synthesis by transferring acyl-CoA to diacylglycerol to form triglycerides. This process is essential in lipid metabolism impacting both energy storage and membrane synthesis.
Biological function summary
DGAT1 plays a significant role in lipid homeostasis and energy balance across multiple biological systems. This enzyme is key in the conversion of dietary fats into stored energy and it does not exist as part of a complex. DGAT1's activity contributes to the maintenance of cellular lipid droplets and it has implications therefore in conditions where lipid metabolism is disrupted.
Pathways
DGAT1 is a part of the triglyceride biosynthesis pathway an important route within the lipid metabolism framework. In this context the enzyme works alongside other lipogenic proteins such as acetyl-CoA carboxylase and fatty acid synthase to synthesize triglycerides. DGAT1's role in this pathway has implications for how the body manages fat storage and utilization linking it to the regulation of systemic energy levels.
Aberrant DGAT1 activity links to metabolic conditions such as obesity and type 2 diabetes. Alterations in DGAT1 expression can affect lipid storage and mobilization contributing to these disorders. Within this pathogenic context DGAT1 also interacts with proteins like adipose triglyceride lipase which further influences the breakdown of stored triglycerides impacting adipose tissue accumulation and insulin sensitivity.