Abcam, ab24373, Anti-FKBP12 antibody

Size: 100µg
Anti-FKBP12 antibody (ab24373) is a rabbit polyclonal antibody detecting FKBP12 in Western Blot . Suitable for Human, Mouse, Rat . - KO validated for confirmed specificity - Over 10 publications - Trusted since 2006
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse, Rat, Human,
Applications: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:
What is this antibody validated in?
Anti-FKBP12 antibody (ab24373) is a rabbit polyclonal antibody and is validated for use in Western Blot (WB) in Human, Mouse, Rat samples.
What is the molecular weight of FKBP12?
Anti-FKBP12 (ab24373) specifically detects a band for FKBP12 (UniProt: P62942) at a molecular weight of 12kDa.
Trusted by the scientific community
Anti-FKBP12 (ab24373) was first used in a scientific publication in 2006 and has been cited over 10 times in peer-reviewed journals.
Specificity confirmed
The specificity of Anti-FKBP12 antibody (ab24373) has been confirmed by Western blot testing in FKBP1A Knockout HAP1 cells.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Storage buffer-pH: 7.4Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 1% BSA, 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--20°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.
FKBP12 also known as FKBP-12 or FKBP12 protein is a small protein with a molecular weight of approximately 12 kDa. It belongs to the family of immunophilins and acts as a peptidyl-prolyl cis-trans isomerase (PPIase) facilitating the folding of proteins by catalyzing the isomerization of proline residues in polypeptides. The FKBP12 protein is expressed in various tissues throughout the body including the brain heart and skeletal muscles. It plays a mechanical role in binding certain macrolide antibiotics such as FK506 (tacrolimus) influencing their biological effects by altering protein conformation.
Biological function summary
FKBP12 is significant in cellular mechanisms beyond protein folding. It interacts with and forms complexes with other proteins such as ryanodine receptors and transforming growth factor-beta (TGF-Β) receptors impacting calcium signaling and cell growth. FKBP12's interaction with FK506 has been extensively studied because it forms a complex that inhibits calcineurin ultimately leading to immunosuppressive effects. This property of FKBP12 makes it important for modulating the immune response and has importance in transplant medicine.
Pathways
FKBP12 is actively involved in calcium signaling and TGF-Β signaling pathways. FKBP12 influences these pathways by binding to ryanodine receptors affecting calcium release from intracellular stores and also modulating the function of TGF-Β receptors impacting cellular growth and proliferation processes. It is associated with proteins such as calcineurin and Smad proteins in these pathways maintaining cellular homeostasis and regulating immune and inflammatory responses.
FKBP12 plays a role in immunological and proliferative diseases. It is implicated in autoimmune disorders due to its interaction with FK506 leading to the suppression of unwanted immune responses. FKBP12 is also linked to cardiac hypertrophy as its modulation of calcium release through ryanodine receptors can affect heart muscle function. The protein interacts with calcineurin in these contexts contributing to pathological processes in these diseases. Researchers target FKBP12 with ELISA and other assays to investigate its involvement in these disorders and assess therapeutic interventions.