Abcam, ab240593, Anti-ETFB antibody

Size: 100µg
Rabbit Polyclonal ETFB antibody. Suitable for IP, WB and reacts with Human, Mouse samples. Cited in 2 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human ETFB aa 200 to C-terminus.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse, Human,
Applications:IP, WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Synthetic Peptide within Human ETFB aa 200 to C-terminus. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.P38117

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification, Storage buffer-pH: 7 - 8Preservative: 0.09% Sodium azideConstituents: Tris citrate/phosphate, 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-+4°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.
ETFB also known as electron transfer flavoprotein subunit beta is a protein that plays an important role in transferring electrons in cellular energy metabolism. This protein has a molecular mass of approximately 27 kDa and is mainly expressed in mitochondria-rich organs such as the liver heart and muscle tissues. This protein pairs with the alpha subunit (ETFA) to form the heterodimeric structure of the electron transfer flavoprotein (ETF) essential for its function. ETFB's presence is significant in tissues with high metabolic demand aligning with its involvement in energy production processes.
Biological function summary
The ETFB protein partners with ETFA to form the complete ETF complex which serves as an important electron transporter in the mitochondria. It accepts electrons from various flavoprotein dehydrogenases and transfers them to the mitochondrial respiratory chain. This process is important for beta-oxidation of fatty acids and catabolism of some amino acids. ETFB ensures proper energy production and cellular respiration and its deficiency can lead to severe metabolic disruptions.
Pathways
Several important biological pathways involve ETFB most notably the fatty acid oxidation pathway and the branched-chain amino acid catabolism. It interacts closely with proteins such as the ACADs (acyl-CoA dehydrogenases) which directly send electrons to ETF in the mitochondria. This interaction allows ETFB to maintain efficient energy conversion processes directly linking its function to metabolic activity and energy homeostasis.
ETFB's dysfunction associates with metabolic disorders like glutaric aciduria type II (GA II) and multiple acyl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency (MADD). These conditions stem from defects in the electron transport function of the ETF complex leading to energy production impairment. Patients with these disorders may have symptoms ranging from mild to severe metabolic crises. ETFB's disturbance in this context often involves ETFA as both proteins form the ETF complex important for normal metabolic function.