Abcam, ab260003, Anti-Glucose Transporter GLUT2 antibody [EPR22946-74] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal Glucose Transporter GLUT2 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for mIHC, Flow Cyt, IHC-P and reacts with Human samples.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR22946-74,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:mIHC, IHC-P, Flow CytSee 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:
ab260003 is the carrier-free version of
ab234440
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.
The glucose transporter GLUT2 also referred to as GLUT 2 GLUT-2 or GLUT2 transporter plays an important role in the movement of glucose across cell membranes. Mechanically it acts as a facilitative transporter allowing glucose and other monosaccharides to enter and exit cells. GLUT2 has a molecular weight of about 55 kDa. High expression of GLUT2 occurs in the liver pancreas kidney and intestines where it facilitates bidirectional glucose transport to maintain glucose balance.
Biological function summary
The role of this transporter is important for glucose sensing and regulation. It is not part of any known complex but operates efficiently as a single unit within its membrane environment. In the pancreas GLUT2 detects blood glucose levels and initiates insulin release from beta cells. In the liver it enables glucose uptake during periods of high blood glucose and facilitates glucose production when blood glucose levels drop. By performing these functions GLUT2 helps maintain glucose homeostasis in the body.
Pathways
GLUT2 is an essential component of glucose homeostasis and nutrient sensing pathways. It links to the insulin signaling pathway by facilitating insulin secretion in response to increased blood glucose. Furthermore GLUT2 associates with kinases such as AMPK which modulate cellular energy balance. The synergistic activity between GLUT2 and insulin signaling pathways highlights its central role in metabolic processes.
Altered GLUT2 function has significant implications. Mutations or deficiencies in GLUT2 can lead to conditions like Fanconi-Bickel syndrome a rare glycogen storage disorder. This transporter has been connected to diabetes as well due to its involvement in insulin secretion regulation. In both these instances GLUT2 interacts with other proteins such as glucokinase in the pancreas and liver highlighting its importance in disease pathology.