Abcam, ab256389, Anti-Angiotensin Converting Enzyme 1 antibody [EPR22250-300] - BSA and Azide free (Detector)

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal Angiotensin Converting Enzyme 1 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for sELISA and reacts with Mouse samples.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR22250-300,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Mouse,
Applications:sELISASee 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:
ab256389 is a BSA and Azide Free antibody supplied in an unconjugated format and it is suitable for sandwich ELISAs to quantify Mouse ACE. The recommended pair for sandwich ELISA is:
Capture:
ab256388
, Mouse ACE Capture Antibody (unconjugated)
Detector: ab256389, Mouse ACE Detector Antibody (unconjugated)
The reference range value is 46.875 - 3000 pg/ml.
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.
Sandwich ELISA
The recommended antibody orientation is based on internal optimization for ELISA-based assays. Antibody orientation is assay dependent and needs to be optimized for each assay type. Please note that the range provided for this antibody is only an estimation based on the performance of the product using the recommended antibody pair. Performance of the antibody pair will depend on the specific characteristics of your assay. We guarantee the product works in sandwich ELISA, but we do not guarantee the sensitivity or dynamic range of the antibody in your assay.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-Constituents: PBS, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions-+4°C

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
Angiotensin Converting Enzyme 1 also known as ACE1 or ACE is an important enzyme in the renin-angiotensin system. This enzyme exhibits a significant role in blood pressure regulation. ACE1 is a zinc-metallopeptidase with a molecular weight of approximately 130 kDa. It converts angiotensin I into the potent vasoconstrictor angiotensin II a critical function in cardiovascular physiology. ACE1 is widely expressed in endothelial cells particularly in the lungs kidneys and the small intestine.
Biological function summary
The enzyme generates angiotensin II by cleaving angiotensin I. Angiotensin II an important effector peptide impacts cardiovascular and renal systems influencing vasoconstriction and fluid balance. While not directly forming a complex ACE1's activity increases the potency of angiotensin II which binds to angiotensin II receptors to exert its effects therefore indirectly forming a functional signaling complex.
Pathways
ACE1 plays a central role in the renin-angiotensin system and the kallikrein-kinin system. The enzyme's activity boosts angiotensin II production which connects it to the regulation of blood pressure via the renin-angiotensin pathway. ACE1 also indirectly interacts with proteins like bradykinin by degrading them modulating kinin-related functions and influencing inflammation and tension in vascular smooth muscle.
Understanding ACE1 is important for addressing hypertension and congestive heart failure. ACE1's conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II means overactivity can cause elevated blood pressure leading to hypertension. This makes ACE inhibitors such as lisinopril and ramipril therapeutic for these conditions. Furthermore its connection with aldosterone production places ACE1 in relevance to heart failure as excessive aldosterone can cause detrimental remodeling of cardiac tissue.