Abcam, ab220085, Anti-mu Crystallin antibody

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Polyclonal mu Crystallin antibody. Suitable for IHC-P, ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 3 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human CRYM aa 150-250.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:ICC/IF, IHC-PSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human CRYM aa 150-250. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.Q14894

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Storage buffer-pH: 7.2Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 40% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 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.
Mu Crystallin also known as CRYM is a protein with a molecular weight of approximately 33 kDa. It binds to NADPH functioning as a crystallin-like structure. Mu Crystallin expresses in several tissues with notable presence in the human kidney heart and inner ear. While its original identification was in relation to vertebrate eye lens outside the lens its expression takes on additional roles that align with its involvement in thyroid hormone binding.
Biological function summary
Mu Crystallin plays a part in the regulation of thyroid hormones by acting as a carrier protein for triiodothyronine (T3). It does not belong to any known complex but shows distinction in its binding capabilities. By binding with T3 mu Crystallin modulates the availability of this hormone affecting local cellular environments and hormonal pathways. This interaction influences the normal signaling of thyroid hormones which are essential for maintaining many physiological processes.
Pathways
Mu Crystallin is involved in key processes related to thyroid hormone signaling and metabolic regulation. It fits importantly into the thyroid hormone pathway where it impacts the transportation and eventual metabolism of T3. In relation to this context mu Crystallin interacts with proteins such as thyroid hormone receptors and other binding proteins inherent in the metabolic pathways.
Defects and dysregulation in mu Crystallin function connect to non-syndromic deafness and depressive disorders. Through its role in hormone regulation mu Crystallin's dysfunctions can impact neurotransmitter levels which may contribute to depressive conditions. Furthermore its relationship with other thyroid hormone-related proteins suggests implications in auditory impairments where alterations in hormone availability affect inner ear health.