Abcam, ab4189, Anti-CBX4 antibody

Size: 100µg
Rabbit Polyclonal CBX4 antibody. Suitable for WB, ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 2 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human CBX4 aa 50-150.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:WB, ICC/IFSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Synthetic Peptide within Human CBX4 aa 50-150. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.O00257,
Specificity:In immunofluoresence, this antibody detects the expected discrete nuclear structure that is termed the PcG body, corresponding to the known localisation of PC2. The antibody has been successfully used to detect FLAG-tagged transfected hPC2 (see picture). It detects a weak band that probably corresponds to endogenous PC2, however, a strong secondary band is also seen at 50kD in all cell lines thus far tested. This suggests that the antibody also reacts with another ubiquitous highly expressed protein.

Product details:
PC2 and other members of the Drosophila Polycomb group gene family are part of a cellular memory system that is responsible for the inheritance of gene activity by progeny cells.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Purification notes-This is an affinity purified antibody produced by immunoaffinity chromatography using the immunizing peptide after immobilization to a solid phase., Storage buffer-pH: 7.2Preservative: 0.01% Sodium azideConstituents: 0.88% Sodium chloride, 0.424% Potassium phosphate solution, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, 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.
CBX4 also known as Chromobox protein homolog 4 or Polycomb 2 acts mechanically as part of the Polycomb group (PcG) proteins. It weighs approximately 60 kDa and it is found in nuclear matrix where it participates in chromatin remodeling. CBX4 shows significant expression in tissues like liver brain and lung indicating its wide importance to cellular function. By binding to methylated histones especially H3K27me3 CBX4 influences gene silencing and epigenetic regulation important for maintaining cellular identity.
Biological function summary
CBX4 operates as a component of the Polycomb Repressive Complex 1 (PRC1) which plays role in controlling gene expression patterns during development. In this complex CBX4 interacts with other core components such as BMI1 and RING1 to facilitate monoubiquitination of histone H2A leading to transcriptional repression. This ability of CBX4 to modulate epigenetic states highlights its importance in critical developmental processes and differentiation.
Pathways
CBX4 significantly influences gene regulatory networks involved in cell cycle and apoptosis pathways. In the cell cycle regulation CBX4 interacts with important proteins such as Cyclin D1 impacting cell proliferation. In apoptosis CBX4 has roles linked to the p53 pathway by modulating transcriptional activity which influences cellular fate. These pathways underline the significance of CBX4 in maintaining balance between cell growth and death.
The deregulation of CBX4 expression has been associated with cancers like hepatocellular carcinoma and breast cancer. CBX4 potentially interacts with proteins such as p21 and p16 whose pathways play significant roles in cancer development. This underlines its role as a potential biomarker or therapeutic target in cancer treatment strategies. Understanding the function and regulation of CBX4 could offer insights in devising novel treatments for these malignancies.