Abcam, ab247669, Anti-Glutathione Peroxidase 1 antibody [EPR3311] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal Glutathione Peroxidase 1 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for IHC-P, WB, Flow Cyt (Intra) and reacts with Human, Rat samples. Cited in 1 publication.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR3311,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Rat, Human,
Applications:WB, IHC-P, Flow Cyt (Intra)See 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:
ab247669 is the carrier-free version of
ab108429
Species reactivity
Mouse: We have preliminary internal testing data to indicate this antibody may not react with this species.
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Patented technology
Our RabMAb
technology is a patented hybridoma-based technology for making rabbit monoclonal antibodies. For details on our patents, please refer to
RabMAb® patents
What are the advantages of a recombinant monoclonal antibody?
This product is a recombinant monoclonal antibody, which offers several advantages including:
- High batch-to-batch consistency and reproducibility
- Improved sensitivity and specificity
- Long-term security of supply
- Animal-free batch production
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recombinant antibodies
Conjugation ready
Our carrier-free antibodies are typically supplied in a PBS-only formulation, purified and free of BSA, sodium azide and glycerol. This conjugation-ready format is designed for use with fluorochromes, metal isotopes, oligonucleotides, and enzymes, which makes them ideal for antibody labelling, functional and cell-based assays, flow-based assays (e.g. mass cytometry) and Multiplex Imaging applications.
Use our
conjugation kits
for antibody conjugates that are ready-to-use in as little as 20 minutes with 1 minute hands-on-time and 100% antibody recovery: available for fluorescent dyes, HRP, biotin and gold.
Compatibility
This product is compatible with the Maxpar
Antibody Labeling Kit from Fluidigm, without the need for antibody preparation. Maxpar
is a trademark of Fluidigm Canada Inc.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification, Storage buffer-pH: 7.2 - 7.4 Constituents: PBS, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions-+4°C, Storage information-Do Not Freeze

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
Glutathione Peroxidase 1 (GPx1) also known as GSH peroxidase is a selenium-containing enzyme with a mass of approximately 22 kDa. It plays an important role in reducing hydrogen peroxide to water using glutathione as a substrate therefore protecting cells from oxidative damage. GPx1 is widely expressed in many tissues but is found in high concentrations in the liver and erythrocytes. Researchers use antibodies specific to GPx1 often obtained from specialized suppliers to study and quantify this enzyme in various biological samples.
Biological function summary
The enzyme guards cellular components by neutralizing free radicals. GPx1 is not part of a large complex but functions as a homotetramer. Its activity is essential for preserving the redox balance within the cell preventing cellular damage from reactive oxygen species (ROS). Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISA) often measure GPx1 activity to assess oxidative stress levels in research and clinical settings.
Pathways
GPx1 is important in the glutathione metabolism and cellular antioxidant defense pathways. Within these pathways GPx1 works closely with proteins like glutathione reductase to maintain reduced glutathione levels. This interplay with other antioxidant proteins ensures cellular protection against oxidative damage. Studies focus on GPx1's role in these pathways as it underpins many critical cellular processes maintaining cell health.
Decreased GPx1 activity links to neurodegenerative diseases and cardiovascular disorders. In neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's the oxidative stress overwhelms the antioxidant defenses including GPx1. Similarly in cardiovascular disorders a diminished GPx1 activity correlates with increased oxidative stress contributing to disease progression. Researchers also investigate connections between GPx1 and other oxidative stress-related proteins like superoxide dismutase to fully understand GPx1's role in disease mechanisms.