Abcam, ab307631, Alexa Fluor® 647 Anti-53BP1 antibody [EPR2172(2)]

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal 53BP1 antibody - conjugated to Alexa Fluor® 647. Suitable for ICC/IF and reacts with Mouse, Human samples.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR2172(2),
Isotype:IgG,
Conjugation:Alexa Fluor® 647,
Excitation/Emission:Ex: 650nm, Em: 665nm,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse, Human,
Applications:ICC/IFSee 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:
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- High batch-to-batch consistency and reproducibility
- Improved sensitivity and specificity
- Long-term security of supply
- Animal-free batch production
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Alexa Fluor® is a registered trademark of Molecular Probes, Inc, a Thermo Fisher Scientific Company. The Alexa Fluor® dye included in this product is provided under an intellectual property license from Life Technologies Corporation. As this product contains the Alexa Fluor® dye, the purchase of this product conveys to the buyer the non-transferable right to use the purchased product and components of the product only in research conducted by the buyer (whether the buyer is an academic or for-profit entity). As this product contains the Alexa Fluor® dye the sale of this product is expressly conditioned on the buyer not using the product or its components, or any materials made using the product or its components, in any activity to generate revenue, which may include, but is not limited to use of the product or its components: in manufacturing; (ii) to provide a service, information, or data in return for payment (iii) for therapeutic, diagnostic or prophylactic purposes; or (iv) for resale, regardless of whether they are sold for use in research. For information on purchasing a license to this product for purposes other than research, contact Life Technologies Corporation, 5781 Van Allen Way, Carlsbad, CA 92008 USA or outlicensing@thermofisher.com.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-pH: 7.4Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 30% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 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, Store in the dark

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
53BP1 also known as p53-binding protein 1 is a protein that plays an important role in DNA damage response. The 53BP1 protein has a molecular weight of approximately 213 kDa. It is a nuclear protein and it mainly expresses in cells during the DNA damage repair processes. Researchers commonly utilize immunofluorescence and anti-53BP1 antibodies to detect its presence especially for studying DNA repair mechanisms. 53BP1 proves important for maintenance of genomic stability.
Biological function summary
As a DNA damage response mediator 53BP1 functions to recognize and bind to sites of double-strand breaks in DNA promoting non-homologous end joining (NHEJ). This protein is a component of a larger protein complex that recruits factors necessary for DNA repair. Its interaction with DNA lesions also involves chromatin remodeling aiming to facilitate successful repair of the DNA. 53BP1 works in concert with other proteins such as H2AX and MDC1.
Pathways
Researchers observe 53BP1 in processes such as the DNA damage checkpoint and repair pathways. This protein significantly contributes to the pathways involved in maintaining cell cycle checkpoints. It interacts with proteins like ATM and BRCA1 coordinating the cellular response to DNA damage and ensuring that genomic integrity checks occur properly before cell cycle progression continues. These interactions place 53BP1 at a pivotal position in decision-making between repair pathways.
Researchers often focus on 53BP1's involvement in cancer development and therapy resistance due to its role in DNA repair. Alterations or deficiencies in 53BP1 levels can contribute to increased susceptibility to tumor development affecting processes like breast cancer and ovarian cancer through its relationship with BRCA1. The improper function of 53BP1 in DNA repair pathways may lead to an accumulation of genetic mutations driving tumorigenesis and impacting the efficacy of certain cancer treatments.