Abcam, ab24533, Anti-FADD antibody

Size: 100µg
Rabbit Polyclonal FADD antibody. Suitable for WB and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 27 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human FADD aa 100-150.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Synthetic Peptide within Human FADD aa 100-150. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.Q13158

Product details:
This product is manufactured by BioVision, an Abcam company and was previously called 3039 FADD Antibody. 3039-100 is the same size as the 100 µg size of ab24533.
FADD has a molecular weight of 23kDa with an apparent molecular weight of 28 kDa on SDS-PAGE.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Storage buffer-Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 50% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 1% BSA, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, 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.
FADD also known as Fas-Associated protein with Death Domain is an adaptor molecule with a molecular weight of approximately 23 kDa. It plays a critical role in the transmission of apoptotic signals. FADD is widely expressed in various tissues particularly in the thymus and immune system cells. This protein serves as a bridge linking death receptors like Fas and TNFR-1 with caspase activation pathways.
Biological function summary
FADD is essential in apoptosis where it assists in the assembly of the death-inducing signaling complex (DISC). Upon receptor activation FADD recruits procaspase-8 or -10 to DISC promoting their autocatalytic cleavage and activation. This leads to the subsequent cascade that results in cell apoptosis. FADD also plays a role in necroptosis and is involved in the immune response regulation highlighting its multifunctional nature in cellular processes.
Pathways
FADD integrates into the apoptotic and necroptotic pathways. In the apoptotic pathway it interacts closely with Fas a death receptor to promote caspase-8 activation. Additionally in the necroptotic pathway FADD associates with RIP1 and RIP3 contributing to an alternative form of programmed cell death. These interactions underline its significant role in controlling cell fate decisions.
Aberrations in FADD function are associated with cancer and autoimmune diseases. Overexpression or mutation of FADD can lead to unchecked cell proliferation or defective apoptosis contributing to cancer development. In autoimmune disorders improper regulation of FADD may disrupt immune tolerance and lead to systemic inflammation. Key proteins involved in these disease processes include caspase-8 and RIPK1 which interact with FADD in regulating cell death and survival mechanisms.