Abcam, ab244247, Anti-Calcium-independent Phospholipase A2/PLA2G6 antibody

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Polyclonal Calcium-independent Phospholipase A2/PLA2G6 antibody. Suitable for ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 2 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human PLA2G6 aa 100-250.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:ICC/IFSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human PLA2G6 aa 100-250. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.O60733

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.
The protein Calcium-independent Phospholipase A2 also known as iPLA2 or PLA2G6 is an important enzyme involved in phospholipid metabolism. This enzyme exhibits a catalytic function that does not require calcium for activation which distinguishes it from other members of the phospholipase A2 family. It possesses a molecular weight of approximately 85 kDa. This protein mainly expresses in cytosolic compartments within several tissues including the heart brain and pancreas playing a diverse role in cellular activities.
Biological function summary
The protein catalyzes the hydrolysis of ester bonds within phospholipids releasing free fatty acids and lysophospholipids. This enzyme does not operate as part of a larger complex but functions independently within the cell membrane and metabolic pathways. By regulating phospholipid turnover and remodeling the protein plays a vital role in membrane homeostasis and signaling. This remodeling contributes to cell survival and apoptosis depending on cellular needs and conditions.
Pathways
This enzyme interacts with lipid signaling and metabolism in central biological processes. It plays a significant role in the glycerophospholipid and arachidonic acid pathways. In these pathways iPLA2 is closely related to cyclooxygenase and lipoxygenase enzymes which convert arachidonic acid into prostaglandins and leukotrienes leading to the mediation of inflammation and other signaling pathways. This interaction emphasizes the enzyme's importance in both normal physiology and pathophysiological conditions.
Mutations or altered activities of iPLA2 have associations with neurodegenerative disorders such as Parkinson’s disease and infantile neuroaxonal dystrophy. In these disorders mitochondrial dysfunction often linked with proteins like alpha-synuclein becomes prevalent demonstrating the enzyme's influence on apoptosis and oxidative stress. Furthermore iPLA2 mutations may lead to cardiomyopathy where its function overlaps with creatine kinase and enzymes involved in energy metabolism indicating a broader impact on cardiac health.