Abcam, ab252990, Anti-ASAH2 antibody

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Polyclonal ASAH2 antibody. Suitable for IHC-P, WB, ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 1 publication. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human ASAH2 aa 1-100.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:ICC/IF, IHC-P, WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human ASAH2 aa 1-100. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.Q9NR71

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Storage buffer-pH: 7.2Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 40% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage duration-1-2 weeks, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions--20°C, Aliquoting information-Upon delivery aliquot, Storage information-Avoid freeze / thaw cycle

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
ASAH2 also known as N-acylsphingosine amidohydrolase 2 is an important enzyme responsible for the hydrolysis of ceramides into sphingosine and free fatty acids. It has a molecular mass of approximately 85 kDa. ASAH2 is expressed in many tissues with prominent expression observed in the small intestine and brain. Its activity influences cell membrane integrity and intercellular communication which plays an essential role in the normal functioning of cells.
Biological function summary
ASAH2 regulates the levels of ceramide and sphingosine both of which are important lipid signaling molecules. This enzyme exists within cells as part of a complex that maintains lipid homeostasis impacting numerous biological processes through ceramide metabolism. The balance between ceramide and sphingosine signaling is important for cell survival proliferation and apoptosis highlighting the importance of ASAH2 in these cellular dynamics.
Pathways
ASAH2 involves itself in the sphingolipid metabolism pathway which is significant for signal transduction and cellular communication. ASAH2 works closely with proteins like sphingosine kinase which further metabolizes sphingosine into sphingosine-1-phosphate (S1P) a lipid mediator with diverse functions. This pathway plays essential roles in inflammation immune response and cell growth demonstrating the interconnected nature of ASAH2's activity with other critical proteins.
ASAH2 has associations with metabolic disorders and neurodegenerative diseases. Elevated ceramide levels due to ASAH2 dysfunction relate to disorders such as Gaucher disease characterized by abnormal lipid storage and may influence neurodegenerative conditions like Alzheimer's disease. The enzyme interacts with proteins like acid ceramidase where imbalances in these enzymes lead to disruptions in lipid metabolism and contribute to disease pathology making ASAH2 a potential target for therapeutic intervention.