Abcam, ab271842, Anti-Integrin linked ILK antibody [EP1593Y] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal Integrin linked ILK antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for IP, WB, IHC-P and reacts with Human, Rat, African green monkey samples.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EP1593Y,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Rat, Human, African green monkey,
Applications:IP, WB, IHC-PSee 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:
ab271842 is the carrier-free version of
ab52480
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.
Integrin-linked kinase (ILK) is a 59 kDa protein involved mechanically in linking the extracellular matrix to the intracellular cytoskeleton. It serves as an important adaptor and scaffold in cell signaling facilitating communication between integrins and other cellular components. Expressed widely in various cell types ILK operates at focal adhesions and plays an important role in regulating cell shape movement and survival. The ILK protein is also referred to as 'integrin-linked protein' in some scientific circles and has significant relevance in cellular mechanics.
Biological function summary
ILK influences numerous cell processes including adhesion migration and proliferation. It forms a complex with other proteins such as parvin and PINCH known collectively as the ILK complex. This complex regulates actin cytoskeletal dynamics affecting cell-extracellular matrix interactions. ILK also modulates signal transduction pathways linked to cell cycle control making it integral to maintaining normal cellular functions. This protein’s interaction within the cell influences processes like angiogenesis and tissue remodeling showing its biological significance.
Pathways
ILK participates significantly in the PI3K/Akt and Wnt signaling pathways. It interacts with proteins like Akt and GSK-3β playing an essential role in these pathways. In the PI3K/Akt pathway it mediates cell survival and growth by influencing Akt phosphorylation. Within Wnt signaling ILK’s relationship with GSK-3β contributes to regulating β-catenin affecting gene expression downstream. These interactions place ILK as a vital component in cellular signaling networks coordinating important pathway activities.
ILK’s malfunction or aberrant expression is linked to cancer and cardiovascular disorders. In cancer excessive ILK expression often correlates with tumor progression and metastasis likely involving interactions with proteins like β-catenin. In cardiovascular diseases dysregulated ILK function can contribute to heart failure where it associates with proteins like Akt affecting cardiac cell survival. These connections highlight the importance of ILK in pathology showing its role beyond normal physiology.