Abcam, ab271966, Anti-TMC1 antibody [EPR19527] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal TMC1 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for IP, WB, ICC/IF, IHC-Fr and reacts with Human, Mouse samples.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR19527,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Mouse, Human,
Applications:WB, ICC/IF, IP, IHC-FrSee 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:
ab271966 is the carrier-free version of
ab199949
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.
TMC1 also known as Transmembrane Channel-Like 1 is a protein that plays a vital role in mechanotransduction in hair cells of the inner ear. It is a relatively large protein with a mass of approximately 99 kDa. TMC1 is expressed mainly in cochlear and vestibular hair cells where it is believed to form or contribute to the formation of ion channels. These ion channels are essential for converting mechanical stimuli into electrical signals. This mechanistic function is critical for auditory and balance performance.
Biological function summary
TMC1 influences cellular responses to mechanical stimuli in the sensory cells. TMC1 functions as part of a complex with other proteins such as TMIE and LHFPL5 contributing to the transduction complex in hair cells. This arrangement enables the translation of physical forces into changes in membrane potential an essential process for hearing. Any disruption in this mechanism can result in profound hearing impairment due to hair cell dysfunction.
Pathways
TMC1 is central to the mechanotransduction pathway particularly in hair cells. This protein supports the conversion of sound-induced vibrations into neural signals an important process in the auditory pathway. TMC1 closely associates with proteins such as TMIE and LHFPL5 indicating a collective role in ensuring accurate signal transduction. Disturbances in this pathway can undermine the auditory system's ability to interpret external sounds correctly.
TMC1 has significant associations with hearing loss conditions such as DFNA36 a form of autosomal dominant non-syndromic hearing loss and DFNB7/B11 an autosomal recessive hearing impairment. Mutations in TMC1 disrupt its function resulting in defects in the mechanotransduction process in hair cells. This malfunction is often linked to genetic hearing loss where TMC1 mutations lead to deafness through altered interactions with proteins like TMIE and LHFPL5 highlighting the protein's importance in maintaining proper auditory function.