Abcam, ab316938, Anti-AIMP2/p38 antibody [EPR29127-48] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal AIMP2/p38 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for IHC-P, WB, IP and reacts with Human, Mouse, Rat samples.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR29127-48,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Human, Mouse, Rat,
Applications:WB, IHC-P, IPSee 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:
ab316938 is the carrirer-free version of
ab316937
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.
AIMP2 also known as p38 is a multifunctional protein involved in several cellular processes. Measuring at a molecular weight of approximately 52 kDa AIMP2 plays an important role in regulating protein synthesis as a part of the aminoacyl-tRNA synthetase complex. This protein is widely expressed throughout various tissues in the body including lung liver and brain indicating its importance across different physiological contexts.
Biological function summary
AIMP2 acts as a scaffolding protein integrating signals between the aminoacyl-tRNA synthetase complex and other cellular mechanisms. It forms a complex with several components in the multi-aminoacyl-tRNA synthetase complex aiding in protein translation. The protein is involved in the maintenance of cellular homeostasis and stress responses by modulating protein synthesis and degradation processes.
Pathways
Multiple studies have shown that AIMP2 integrates into several important signaling pathways like the p53 pathway. AIMP2 enhances the activation of p53 tumor suppressor protein facilitating cellular responses to DNA damage and oxidative stress. It interacts closely with proteins like MDM2 mediating p53 stability and activity linking AIMP2 to cellular growth control and apoptosis regulation.
Mutations or dysregulation of AIMP2 have been connected to various conditions including neurodegenerative diseases and cancer. For example alterations in AIMP2 expression levels are implicated in Parkinson’s disease where its role in dopaminergic neuron survival is compromised. In cancer AIMP2 interacts with proteins like FBP1 affecting tumor progression and metastasis making it an important target for therapeutic interventions in these disorders.