Abcam, ab245635, Anti-LARP1 antibody

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Polyclonal LARP1 antibody. Suitable for IHC-P, IP, WB and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 1 publication. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human LARP1 aa 550-650.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:IHC-P, WB, IPSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Synthetic Peptide within Human LARP1 aa 550-650. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.Q6PKG0

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Purification notes-ab245635 was affinity purified using an epitope specific to LARP1 immobilized on solid support., Storage buffer-pH: 6.8 - 7.4Preservative: 0.09% Sodium azideConstituents: Tris buffered saline, 0.1% 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-+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.
LARP1 or La-related protein 1 plays an important role in mRNA metabolism by regulating translation. This protein has a molecular weight of approximately 150 kDa and is expressed ubiquitously in various human tissues. LARP1 contains conserved domains that enable it to interact with RNA making it an important player in gene expression regulation at the post-transcriptional level. LARP1 is also involved in regulating the stability and translation of target mRNAs especially those with a specific 5' terminal oligopyrimidine (TOP) motif.
Biological function summary
LARP1 acts as an important regulator in the translation of mRNA particularly within the mTOR (mechanistic target of rapamycin) signaling pathway. LARP1 functions as part of a molecular complex that includes mTOR and other translation-associated proteins. This involvement in the mTOR pathway links LARP1 to protein synthesis control which is important for cell growth proliferation and survival. The interaction between LARP1 and mTORC1 (mTOR complex 1) enhances the translational efficiency of certain mRNAs influencing cellular responses to nutritional and growth signals.
Pathways
LARP1 interacts significantly with the mTORC1 signaling pathway which is important in cell growth and metabolism regulation. Its activity connects to proteins like eukaryotic translation initiation factor 4E-binding protein 1 (4EBP1) that are important for controlling protein synthesis. The function of LARP1 in these pathways helps maintain cellular homeostasis especially under varying environmental conditions by modulating the translation of mRNAs that encode for ribosomal proteins and other components of the translational machinery.
LARP1 has been implicated in cancer and metabolic diseases due to its role in mTORC1 signaling. Dysregulation of LARP1 expression or function can lead to aberrant cell growth and proliferation which is common in cancers. LARP1's association with mTORC1 and 4EBP1 highlights its involvement in metabolic disorders such as insulin resistance where altered mRNA translation can disrupt normal metabolic processes. Understanding LARP1's role in these conditions may provide insights into therapeutic targeting for cancer and metabolic disease interventions.