Abcam, ab248836, Anti-PEF1 antibody [EPR9310] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal PEF1 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for WB, Flow Cyt (Intra) and reacts with Human samples.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR9310,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:Flow Cyt (Intra), WBSee 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:
ab248836 is the carrier-free version of
ab137127
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
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 - 7.4Constituents: 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.
PEF1 also known as Peflin is a calcium-binding protein with a molecular weight of approximately 29 kDa. This protein is situated in the cytoplasm and localizes predominantly in the brain and heart tissues. PEF1 is part of the penta-EF-hand protein family characterized by its EF-hand calcium-binding motifs which allow it to sense calcium ion concentrations and mediate cellular processes.
Biological function summary
PEF1 plays a significant role in calcium-dependent signaling pathways. It frequently partners with sorcin to form a heterodimeric complex that regulates intracellular calcium levels critical for cellular homeostasis. By binding calcium ions PEF1 modulates the function of various calcium-dependent proteins facilitating communication between cellular signaling mechanisms.
Pathways
PEF1 integrates into cellular signaling mechanisms by modulating the availability of free calcium ions. It is specifically active in the calcineurin/NFAT pathway important for T-cell activation and myocardial function. PEF1's interaction with sorcin allows it to modulate the activity of other proteins like ryanodine receptors which are important for calcium release from the sarcoplasmic reticulum.
PEF1 has been linked to cardiac hypertrophy and neurodegenerative conditions like Alzheimer's disease. PEF1's dysregulation can disrupt calcium homeostasis contributing to these conditions. In cardiac hypertrophy for instance abnormal PEF1 levels affect calcineurin/NFAT signaling leading to pathological heart growth. In Alzheimer's disease altered PEF1 function may be associated with the perturbation of calcium-regulated processes critical for neuronal survival.