Abcam, ab91431, Anti-cbx7 antibody

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Polyclonal CBX7 antibody. Suitable for IHC-P, IP, WB and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 5 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human Chromobox protein homolog 7 aa 200 to C-terminus.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:IP, IHC-P, WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Synthetic Peptide within Human Chromobox protein homolog 7 aa 200 to C-terminus. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.O95931

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Purification notes-Antibody was affinity purified using an epitope specific to cbx7 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

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
CBX7 also known as Chromobox protein homolog 7 is a member of the Polycomb group proteins. It has a molecular mass of approximately 27 kDa. Mechanically CBX7 functions as a transcriptional repressor that interacts with chromatin to maintain the repression of genes involved in development and cell differentiation. The protein is expressed in various tissues with notable levels in embryonic stem cells and certain adult tissues like bone marrow and the immune system.
Biological function summary
The CBX7 protein participates in the complex known as Polycomb Repressive Complex 1 (PRC1). This complex plays a significant role in the maintenance of cellular identity by regulating gene expression profiles important for stem cell pluripotency and differentiation. CBX7 binds to modified histones leading to chromatin compaction and gene silencing instrumental for preserving cell lineage integrity during development and cellular transformation.
Pathways
CBX7 interacts with several components in the cell cycle regulation and epigenetic modification pathways. Within the cell cycle regulation pathway it closely interacts with other Polycomb group proteins to control gene expression that governs cell proliferation and differentiation. In the context of epigenetic pathways CBX7 influences chromatin remodeling by interacting with proteins like BMI1 and RING1 thereby exerting control over the transcriptional landscape required for developmental and adaptive responses.
CBX7 shows a relationship with cancer and developmental disorders. Aberrant expression or mutation of CBX7 has been associated with several cancers including prostate and gastric cancers often connected with the suppression of tumor suppressor genes and cell cycle regulation. In these diseases CBX7 interacts with proteins like E2F6 and MYC which are important for cellular proliferation and growth. Moreover disruptions in CBX7 expression patterns can lead to improper cell differentiation contributing to developmental abnormalities.