Abcam, ab250818, Anti-HSPA4 antibody [EPR14165] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal HSPA4 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for IP, WB, Flow Cyt (Intra) and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 1 publication.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR14165,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:IP, 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:
ab250818 is the carrier-free version of
ab185219
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.
HSPA4 also known as Heat Shock Protein Family A Member 4 is a molecular chaperone involved in protein folding and stabilization during stress. This protein belongs to the heat shock protein family and has a molecular weight of approximately 70 kDa. HSPA4 is widely expressed across various tissues including the heart liver and brain. It operates within the cytoplasm and nucleus where it assists in protein homeostasis by preventing aggregation and misfolding of nascent polypeptides.
Biological function summary
HSPA4 plays a role in cellular stress responses and is part of the HSP70 chaperone complex. HSPA4 interacts with co-chaperones and other proteins to facilitate proper protein folding and degradation. It assists in the recovery of cells from thermal and oxidative stress. The protein ensures the stability of essential signal transduction proteins and supports protein quality control systems within the cell.
Pathways
HSPA4 integrates into the cellular stress response and protein degradation pathways. It engages with the ubiquitin-proteasome system aiding in the removal of damaged proteins. HSPA4 interacts with other heat shock proteins such as HSPA1A and HSPA5 coordinating stress response signals and maintaining cellular homeostasis. This involvement in protein maintenance links it to regulatory pathways that address protein misfolding and cellular repair processes.
HSPA4 shows connections to neurodegenerative diseases and cancer. Its role in protein homeostasis suggests involvement in Alzheimer's disease as protein misfolding stands as an important pathological feature. In cancer HSPA4 is associated with cell proliferation and survival mechanisms. It interacts with oncogene products potentially contributing to tumor progression. Studies explore HSPA4 as a therapeutic target assessing its potential influence in disease modulation through its interactions with other stress proteins and pathways.