Abcam, ab2938, Anti-RanBP2 antibody

Size: 100µg
Rabbit Polyclonal RanBP2 antibody. Suitable for WB, IHC-P and reacts with Human, Cow samples. Cited in 9 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human RANBP2 aa 1-50.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Cow, Human,
Applications:IHC-P, WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Synthetic Peptide within Human RANBP2 aa 1-50. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.P49792,
Specificity:Detects Ran binding protein 2 (RanBP 2) from human and bovine retina.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Storage buffer-Preservative: 0.05% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 0.1% BSA, 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.
RanBP2 also known as Nucleoporin 358 (Nup358) is a large protein with a molecular mass of approximately 358 kDa. It is an important component of the nuclear pore complex (NPC) and is found on the cytoplasmic side of the nuclear envelope. RanBP2 is expressed in a variety of tissues with higher levels in the brain and testis. Its alternates names include Nup358 due to its role as a nucleoporin. Mechanically RanBP2 facilitates nucleocytoplasmic transport by interacting with the small GTPase Ran.
Biological function summary
RanBP2 plays a significant role in multiple processes such as mitotic spindle assembly and chromatin condensation. It functions as part of the Ran GTPase system a critical complex for nucleocytoplasmic transport. In addition RanBP2 contributes to protein sumoylation where it acts as a scaffold for conjugating enzymes. It maintains nuclear envelope integrity and supports the positioning of centrosomes during cell division.
Pathways
RanBP2 is actively involved in the nucleocytoplasmic transport pathway ensuring the proper exchange of proteins and RNA between the nucleus and cytoplasm. It is critical to the Ran cycle where it works alongside proteins like RanGTP and RanGAP1 to regulate transport activities. The involvement of RanBP2 in the SUMOylation pathway also emphasizes its role in post-translational modification impacting various cellular events and signaling.
Changes in RanBP2 expression have been linked to neurodegenerative diseases and certain types of cancer. In neurodegenerative conditions such as hereditary spastic paraplegia RanBP2 forms a complex with proteins like atlastin-1 which further influences disease progression. In cancer RanBP2 interacts with oncogenic pathways through its role in cell cycle regulation highlighting its potential as a therapeutic target.