Abcam, ab95959, Anti-PEX19 antibody

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Polyclonal PEX19 antibody. Suitable for WB, IHC-P, ICC/IF and reacts with Mouse, Rat, Human samples. Cited in 1 publication. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human PEX19 aa 1 to C-terminus.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse, Rat, Human,
Applications:IHC-P, WB, ICC/IFSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human PEX19 aa 1 to C-terminus. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.P40855

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Purification notes-Purified by antigen affinity chromatography., Storage buffer-pH: 7Preservative: 0.025% Proclin 300Constituents: PBS, 20% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 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.
PEX19 also known as peroxisomal biogenesis factor 19 is a protein important for the assembly of peroxisomal membranes. It has a molecular mass of approximately 36 kDa and is expressed across multiple tissues in the human body with particularly high levels in the liver and kidneys. This protein functions as a chaperone and is essential for the import of peroxisomal membrane proteins. It plays a significant role in the binding of these peroxisomal proteins and helps in their transportation to the peroxisomes.
Biological function summary
The protein plays a central role in peroxisome biogenesis facilitating the correct assembly and maintenance of the peroxisome. PEX19 interacts with other components in the peroxisomal import machinery such as PEX3 and PEX16 forming a complex responsible for the recognition and stabilization of peroxisomal membrane proteins. Through these interactions it ensures the functional integrity of peroxisomes which are important for metabolic tasks like fatty acid beta-oxidation and detoxification of hydrogen peroxide.
Pathways
PEX19 is involved in the peroxisomal protein import pathway and the broader lipid metabolism pathway. It plays an important role in peroxisomal membrane assembly through its interactions with PEX3 a receptor on the peroxisomal membrane that facilitates protein docking. This process is essential for maintaining efficient peroxisomal functions as disruptions may lead to metabolic imbalances involving lipids and reactive oxygen species.
PEX19 has significant implications in peroxisomal biogenesis disorders including Zellweger spectrum disorders. Mutations or deficiencies in PEX19 can lead to impaired peroxisome formation manifesting in severe metabolic dysfunctions. PEX19 is linked to disorders characterized by neurological deficits liver dysfunction and skeletal abnormalities. Its relationship with PEX3 is also critical in these disorders as any disruptions in their interaction can exacerbate the condition's severity.