Abcam, ab243737, Anti-MLC1SA antibody

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Polyclonal MLC1SA antibody. Suitable for IHC-P, WB, ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 1 publication. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human MYL6B aa 1-100.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:IHC-P, WB, ICC/IFSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human MYL6B aa 1-100. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.P14649

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Storage buffer-pH: 7.2Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 40% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 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.
MLC1SA also known as myosin light chain 1 slow-twitch muscle isoform plays a significant role in muscle contraction. It binds to myosin heavy chains in muscle fibers regulating the actin-myosin interaction essential for muscle contraction. MLC1SA has a molecular mass of approximately 18 kDa and shows expression predominantly in slow-twitch muscle fibers which are important for endurance activities. It also exhibits expression in certain cardiac tissues highlighting its function beyond skeletal muscles.
Biological function summary
MLC1SA contributes to muscle contraction regulation by modulating the interaction between actin and myosin. It is part of a complex that includes myosin heavy chains and other associated proteins. Through phosphorylation events MLC1SA adjusts the sensitivity of muscle fibers to calcium which is critical for the fine-tuning of muscle responses to stimuli. This subtle modulation is important for activities that rely on sustained muscle tension.
Pathways
Myosin light chain signaling involves MLC1SA as a central component in muscular contraction pathways. It plays a role in the myosin-actin crossbridge cycle aiding the efficient conversion of ATP into mechanical work. MLC1SA interacts with other proteins such as myosin heavy chains and calmodulin. These interactions are critical in pathways like the calcium signaling pathway and muscle contraction pathway where calcium ions serve as triggers for changes in muscle cell activity.
Defects or alterations in MLC1SA expression or function can relate to muscular dystrophies and myopathies. These conditions often involve muscle weakness and reduced endurance where MLC1SA disruption alters normal muscle function. Moreover cardiomyopathies can show links with this protein especially when considering the interaction with myosin heavy chains and tropomyosin. Alterations in these interactions may disrupt cardiac muscle contraction contributing to disease pathogenesis.