Abcam, ab73547, Anti-TRIB3 antibody

Size: 200µL
Rabbit Polyclonal TRIB3 antibody. Suitable for WB and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 5 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human TRIB3.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Synthetic Peptide within Human TRIB3. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.Q96RU7

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purity-Whole antiserum, Storage buffer-Constituents: Whole serum, 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.
TRIB3 also known as TRB3 or NIPK is a pseudokinase with a molecular mass of approximately 42 kDa. This protein does not possess catalytic activity. It functions largely through interactions with other proteins. TRIB3 is expressed in various tissues with high levels in the liver kidney and brain. The regulatory functions of TRIB3 involve modulating cellular processes such as stress response and apoptosis by interacting with signaling proteins.
Biological function summary
The modulation of metabolic pathways and stress responses involves TRIB3 acting in several mechanisms. While TRIB3 itself is not part of a complex it exerts its effects by binding to and inhibiting the activity of other proteins notably AKT1 and several transcription factors. This modulation influences glucose metabolism and cellular response to unfolded protein stress indicating TRIB3's role as a significant regulator of cellular homeostasis.
Pathways
The influence of TRIB3 on insulin signaling and the unfolded protein response is significant. Within the insulin signaling pathway TRIB3 interacts with AKT1 a central protein that regulates glucose uptake and cell survival. This interaction inhibits AKT1's activity impacting glucose metabolism. In the unfolded protein response pathway TRIB3 impacts stress response regulation through interactions that modulate transcriptional activity further highlighting its regulatory roles.
Alterations in TRIB3 expression and activity relate to conditions such as type 2 diabetes and cancer. In type 2 diabetes increased TRIB3 levels impair insulin signaling via AKT1 inhibition contributing to insulin resistance. In cancer the dysregulation of TRIB3 can promote survival pathways circumventing apoptosis and aiding in tumor progression. The involvement of TRIB3 in these diseases highlights its potential impact in therapeutic targeting.