Abcam, ab40768, Anti-Raptor antibody [EP539Y]

Size: 100µL / 1mL
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal Raptor antibody. Suitable for WB, IHC-P and reacts with Mouse, Rat, Human samples. Cited in 38 publications.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EP539Y,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse, Rat, Human,
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
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technology is a patented hybridoma-based technology for making rabbit monoclonal antibodies. For details on our patents, please refer to
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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
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recombinant antibodies

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-pH: 7.2 - 7.4Preservative: 0.01% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 40% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 0.05% 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.
Raptor short for Regulatory-associated protein of mTOR functions as an important component of the mechanistic target of rapamycin complex 1 (mTORC1). Raptor itself has a molecular mass of around 150 kDa. It is expressed in many tissues with high levels found in muscle liver and brain. Raptor plays a mechanical role as a scaffolding protein which facilitates the recruitment of substrates to mTORC1 and regulates its activity. By binding with mTOR and other components Raptor ensures proper signaling involving growth factors energy levels and nutrient availability.
Biological function summary
Raptor serves as an essential part of cell growth and proliferation by being a constituent of the mTORC1 complex. This complex is sensitive to nutrients energy oxygen and stress signals allowing cells to adjust their functions based on environmental conditions. Raptor aids mTORC1 in translating these cellular inputs into appropriate responses such as protein synthesis and autophagy inhibition. It therefore plays a pivotal role in coordinating cellular adaptation and homeostasis.
Pathways
The mTOR signaling which involves Raptor is significant for the regulation of cell growth and metabolism. The two main pathways where Raptor shows importance are the PI3K/AKT/mTOR and AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK) pathways. Raptor interacts with other proteins like Akt and TSC2 providing a link between growth factor signals and cellular metabolic processes. These interactions help balance energy consumption and storage maintaining cellular and organismal energy stability.
Raptor has links to cancer and type 2 diabetes. Aberrant mTORC1 activity influenced by dysregulation of Raptor contributes to tumorigenesis through uncontrolled cell proliferation. Similarly alterations in Raptor function affect insulin signaling pathways leading to metabolic disturbances observed in type 2 diabetes. In both contexts Raptor interacts with proteins like TSC1 and PRAS40 further influencing disease progression and therapeutic outcomes.