Abcam, ab223481, Anti-OAZ1 antibody

Size: 100µg
Goat Polyclonal OAZ1 antibody. Suitable for WB and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 4 publications.
Key facts
Host species:Goat,
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, Purification notes-ab223481 was purified from goat serum by ammonium sulphate precipitation followed by antigen affinity chromatography using the immunizing peptide., Storage buffer-pH: 7.3Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azideConstituents: Tris buffered saline, 0.5% 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.
OAZ1 also known as Ornithine Decarboxylase Antizyme 1 is a regulatory protein with a mass of approximately 27 kDa. It functions to inhibit ornithine decarboxylase (ODC) an enzyme that plays a role in the biosynthesis of polyamines. These polyamines are important for cell growth and differentiation. OAZ1 is widely expressed in various tissues including liver kidney and brain indicating its broad regulatory role in cellular function.
Biological function summary
OAZ1 acts as an essential part of the polyamine homeostasis by regulating the degradation of ornithine decarboxylase. This regulation occurs through binding to ODC targeting it for degradation by the 26S proteasome and preventing its activity. OAZ1 does not form a larger protein complex but it plays an important role in controlling polyamine levels which are critical for many cellular functions such as DNA stabilization and transcription.
Pathways
OAZ1 integrates into the polyamine biosynthesis and catabolism pathways. Its inhibitory function on ODC plays a significant role in maintaining polyamine balance. This activity places OAZ1 in relationship with other proteins like antizyme inhibitor 1 (AZIN1) which modulates OAZ1 activity by binding and reducing its inhibitory effect on ODC. OAZ1's function connects with the broader network of protein catabolism pathways that regulate cellular proliferation.
OAZ1 holds significance in conditions related to polyamine dysregulation including cancer and neurological disorders. In cancer the overexpression of ODC can lead to excessive cell growth while OAZ1 helps in suppressing this by promoting ODC degradation. In neurodegenerative diseases altered polyamine metabolism involving OAZ1 may influence pathogenesis. Its interaction with ODC and AZIN1 factors into these disease processes highlighting OAZ1's role in maintaining cellular health in both normal and diseased states.