Abcam, ab76948, Anti-XPF antibody

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Polyclonal XPF antibody. Suitable for IHC-P, IP, WB, ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 9 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human ERCC4.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:WB, ICC/IF, IHC-P, IPSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Synthetic Peptide within Human ERCC4. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.Q92889

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Purification notes-ab76948 was affinity purified using an epitope specific to XPF immobilized on solid support., Storage buffer-pH: 6.8 - 7.4Preservative: 0.09% Sodium azideConstituents: Tris buffered saline, 0.1% BSA, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions-+4°C, Aliquoting information-Upon delivery aliquot, Storage information-Avoid freeze / thaw cycle, Do Not Freeze

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
XPF also known as ERCC4 is a protein that plays a mechanical role in DNA repair by cleaving DNA at junctions between single-stranded and double-stranded DNA. It exhibits a molecular mass of approximately 103 kDa. This protein is expressed in various tissues with high levels found in the liver and kidney. XPF functions as a DNA endonuclease significantly influencing genomic stability through its activity in DNA repair processes.
Biological function summary
The XPF protein collaborates with ERCC1 to form a heterodimeric complex important for nucleotide excision repair (NER). This complex is essential in recognizing and repairing bulky DNA adducts therefore maintaining DNA integrity. The complex performs specific incisions near DNA damage sites removing lesions that frequently occur due to environmental factors like UV radiation and chemical pollutants.
Pathways
XPF functions within the NER and interstrand crosslink repair pathways. In these pathways the XPF-ERCC1 complex coordinates with other proteins like XPA and RPA to accurately excise damaged DNA segments and facilitate repair synthesis. These interactions are important for restoring normal DNA configuration and function after damage thereby preventing mutations and genomic instability.
Mutations in XPF are linked to xeroderma pigmentosum group F (XP-F) and the Cockayne syndrome. XP-F is a disorder characterized by extreme sensitivity to sunlight and an increased risk of skin cancer due to impaired DNA repair capability. In Cockayne syndrome patients experience growth defects and neurological degeneration. Both of these disorders involve dysfunctional DNA repair mechanisms where proteins like ERCC1 and others in the repair pathways fail to adequately compensate for the defective XPF function.