Abcam, ab241068, Anti-non-muscle Myosin IIA antibody

Size: 100µg
Rabbit Polyclonal MYH9 antibody. Suitable for IP, WB and reacts with Human, Mouse samples. Cited in 1 publication. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human Myosin-9 aa 1900-1950.
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 Myosin-9 aa 1900-1950. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.P35579

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Purification notes-Antibody was affinity purified using an epitope specific to non-muscle Myosin IIA immobilized on solid support., Storage buffer-pH: 7 - 8 Preservative: 0.09% Sodium azide Constituents: 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.
Non-muscle Myosin IIA also known as Myosin Heavy Chain 9 or Myosin-9 is a motor protein that enables cellular mechanical tasks such as actin filament cross-linking and contraction. It has a molecular mass of approximately 226 kDa. Myosin IIA is expressed in a variety of cell types including epithelial cells fibroblasts and leukocytes where it contributes to various cellular activities. Myosin staining often reveals its localization at the leading edge of migrating cells revealing its involvement in cell movement.
Biological function summary
Non-muscle Myosin IIA plays an essential role in maintaining cell shape and promoting cell division. It combines with other myosin proteins into a complex often in conjunction with actin filaments. This myosin protein group further facilitates processes like cytokinesis and cellular migration. Myosin IIA's complex interactions allow cells to adapt to different mechanical stresses ensuring that cells can move and divide properly within the tissue architecture.
Pathways
Non-muscle Myosin IIA participates in both the RhoA/ROCK pathway and the actin cytoskeleton regulation pathway. Through these pathways Myosin IIA interacts with other key proteins such as Rho-associated protein kinase to mediate several cellular functions like cell shape changes and motility. These interactions allow Myosin IIA to efficiently transmit mechanical signals and respond to extracellular stimuli.
Research links non-muscle Myosin IIA with specific conditions like cancer invasion and cardiovascular disorders. Abnormal function or expression of Myosin IIA can contribute to altered cell motility resulting in cancer metastasis. Additionally mutations or disruptions in Myosin IIA can associate with conditions such as thrombocytopenia. Proteins like integrins interact with Myosin IIA in these disease states highlighting their critical roles in pathological settings.