Abcam, ab250008, Anti-ADH5 antibody [EPR12885(B)] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal ADH5 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for IHC-P, WB and reacts with Human, Mouse, Rat samples. Cited in 1 publication.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR12885(B),
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Mouse, Rat, Human,
Applications:IHC-P, 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.,
Specificity:The mouse and rat recommendation is based on the WB results. We do not guarantee IHC-P for mouse and rat.

Product details:
ab250008 is the carrier-free version of
ab177932
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 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.
ADH5 also known as alcohol dehydrogenase class-3 or glutathione-dependent formaldehyde dehydrogenase is an enzyme with a mass of approximately 42 kDa. It plays a role in alcohol metabolism specifically in the detoxification of formaldehyde. The protein is expressed in many tissues including the liver kidney and lung. ADH5 belongs to the alcohol dehydrogenase protein family and distinguishes itself by its ability to metabolize both aliphatic and aromatic compounds.
Biological function summary
Alcohol metabolism involves more than one enzyme and ADH5 functions within a network of metabolic reactions. This enzyme contributes to formaldehyde detoxification where it oxidizes formaldehyde to formic acid. The ADH5 enzyme operates in the cytosol and takes part in the catabolism of harmful aldehydes. Its action supports cellular protection reducing toxicity from chemical exposure and ensuring normal cellular metabolism.
Pathways
ADH5 plays significant roles in methanol and formaldehyde metabolic pathways. It acts alongside enzymes like alcohol dehydrogenase 1 (ADH1) and aldehyde dehydrogenase (ALDH) in processing formaldehyde into less toxic substances. In the methanol metabolism pathway interactions with ADH1 highlight its role in ethanol to acetaldehyde conversion. The pathway interactions emphasize its importance in reducing oxidative stress and preventing damage from reactive aldehydes.
ADH5's function aligns with conditions related to alcohol metabolism like formaldehyde sensitivity and methanol poisoning. Abnormal ADH5 activity can contribute to such conditions implicating oxidative stress responses. Associations also exist with other diseases related to aldehyde toxicity such as alcohol-related liver damage. Alongside ADH1 and ALDH ADH5 aids in maintaining homeostasis in cellular environments and disruptions can lead to pathological conditions.