Abcam, ab73551, Anti-Abhd5/CGI-58 antibody

Size: 100µg
Rabbit Polyclonal Abhd5/CGI-58 antibody. Suitable for WB, ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 3 publications.
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:The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.,
Specificity:From Mar 2024, QC testing of replenishment batches of this polyclonal changed. All tested and expected application and reactive species combinations are still covered by our Abcam product promise. However, we no longer test all applications. For more information on a specific batch, please contact our Scientific Support who will be happy to help.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Storage buffer-pH: 7.4Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 1% 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.
Abhd5 also known as CGI-58 is a protein with significant importance in lipid metabolism. It has a molecular weight of approximately 39 kDa and is ubiquitously expressed in tissues throughout the body including adipose tissue and liver. This protein associates with lipid droplets within cells serving a role important for lipid handling and signaling. Abhd5 stands for the alpha/beta hydrolase domain-containing protein 5 indicative of its structure and enzymatic functions.
Biological function summary
The Abhd5/CGI-58 protein acts as a coactivator of adipose triglyceride lipase (ATGL) enhancing its role in triglyceride hydrolysis. This support is vital for energy release from triglycerides in fat cells. Abhd5 does not function alone; it exists within a protein complex where it modulates ATGL's catalytic activity. Furthermore Abhd5 is implicated in broader lipid signaling and metabolic control influencing various cellular responses through its roles within these complexes.
Pathways
Abhd5/CGI-58 is central to the lipid metabolism pathway particularly in the breakdown of triglycerides. By activating ATGL Abhd5 influences the lipolytic pathway which is important for mobilizing stored fats for energy use. In addition to its role with ATGL another protein perilipin regulates this pathway by interacting with lipid droplet-associated proteins including Abhd5 to control access to lipids. The protein influences the signaling crosstalk within metabolic pathways coordinating metabolic responses within the cell.
The Abhd5/CGI-58 protein has ties to conditions like lipodystrophy and Chanarin-Dorfman syndrome. Deficiencies or mutations in the CGI-58 protein can impair lipid metabolism leading to abnormal fat distribution and storage. In these diseases the lack of Abhd5 activity affects the interactions with proteins like ATGL which is responsible for triglyceride breakdown. Research continues to explore the relationship between Abhd5 dysfunction and these metabolic disorders aiming to clarify its role in the etiology of such conditions.