Abcam, ab247850, Anti-Tuberin (phospho T1462) antibody [EPR1060(2)] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal Tuberin phospho T1462 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for IHC-P, WB and reacts with Human, Mouse samples.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR1060(2),
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Mouse, Human,
Applications:WB, IHC-PSee 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:
ab247850 is the carrier-free version of
ab109403
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
For more information, read more on
recombinant antibodies
Species reactivity
Rat: We have preliminary internal testing data to indicate this antibody may not react with this species.
Please
contact us
for more information.
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 Protein A, Storage buffer-pH: 7.2 - 7.4Constituents: 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.
Tuberin also known as TSC2 is a tumor suppressor protein with a role in cell growth regulation. It has a molecular mass of approximately 200 kDa. This protein forms a critical component of the TSC1-TSC2 complex and is expressed widely in various tissues including the brain kidney heart and skin. Tuberin possesses GTPase-activating protein (GAP) activity targeting specifically the small GTPase protein Rheb which leads to inhibition of the mammalian target of rapamycin complex 1 (mTORC1).
Biological function summary
Tuberin helps control cell size and proliferation. It does this by modulating the mTOR signaling pathway. This modulation is essential for maintaining cellular homeostasis and energy balance particularly under conditions of nutrient scarcity. Tuberin as part of the TSC1-TSC2 complex also influences cell cycle progression and protein synthesis. Its functions are vital in preventing abnormal cell growth and division which is particularly important in organs where rapid cell turnover occurs.
Pathways
Tuberin plays a central role in the mTOR signaling pathway which affects cell growth autophagy and metabolism. It directly interacts with hamartin (TSC1) to form the TSC1-TSC2 complex which regulates Rheb activity. By inhibiting Rheb Tuberin helps control the mTORC1 pathway linking it to signals such as growth factors stress energy status and amino acid availability. This coordination is important for the proper balance between cell growth and catabolism.
Tuberin is mainly associated with Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC) and certain forms of epilepsy. Mutations or loss of function in TSC2 can lead to benign tumor formations in multiple organs including the brain kidneys and skin. It is also implicated in the development of lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM) a rare lung disease. Tuberin's interaction with mTORC1 highlights its connection with these conditions as hyperactivation of the mTOR pathway contributes significantly to the pathogenesis.