Abcam, ab314326, Anti-RanBP2 antibody [EPR28204-62] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal RanBP2 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for WB, IHC-P and reacts with Human, Mouse, Rat samples.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR28204-62,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Human, Mouse, Rat,
Applications:IHC-P, WBSee 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:
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

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.