Abcam, ab76597, Anti-FXYD1/PLM antibody

Size: 100µg
Rabbit Polyclonal FXYD1/PLM antibody. Suitable for WB and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 15 publications.
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:The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.

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.
FXYD1 also known as phospholemman (PLM) is a small transmembrane protein with a molecular mass of approximately 15 kDa. It is expressed mainly in cardiac and skeletal muscles where it plays a mechanical role in regulating ion transport across cell membranes. This protein modulates the activity of the Na+/K+-ATPase pump influencing the transport of sodium and potassium ions which is important for maintaining cellular homeostasis.
Biological function summary
Phospholemman participates in the regulation of cardiac contractility and is involved in muscle relaxation processes. As a component of the Na+/K+-ATPase pump complex it affects the pump's affinity for sodium ions which is important for its normal function. The effector actions of FXYD1 are modulated by phosphorylation allowing it to serve as an important regulator of cardiac output under varying physiological conditions.
Pathways
Phospholemman features in the ion homeostasis and excitability pathway where its action on the Na+/K+-ATPase pump links it to regulation of cardiac action potential. This regulation involves interaction with other membrane proteins like ankyrin which further connects FXYD1 to integrative cardiovascular mechanisms. Additionally FXYD1 impacts membrane hyperpolarization positioning it in the pathway that controls cell excitability and signal transduction in muscle tissues.
Dysregulation of FXYD1 is linked to heart failure and arrhythmias. Altered expression or function of this protein can affect Na+/K+-ATPase efficiency leading to imbalanced ion transport and compromised cardiac function. Interaction with proteins such as cAMP-dependent protein kinase also implicates FXYD1 in various cardiac pathologies influencing the therapeutic targeting of this protein in cardiovascular diseases.