Abcam, ab227545, Anti-PDIA6 antibody

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Polyclonal PDIA6 antibody. Suitable for IP, WB, IHC-P and reacts with Human, Mouse, Rat samples. Cited in 4 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human PDIA6.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse, Human, Rat,
Applications:IHC-P, WB, IPSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human PDIA6. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.Q15084

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Storage buffer-pH: 7Preservative: 0.01% Thimerosal (merthiolate)Constituents: PBS, 20% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 1% 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.
PDIA6 also known as Protein Disulfide Isomerase Family A Member 6 is a protein with a molecular mass of approximately 48 kDa. This protein resides primarily in the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) where it engages in the formation and rearrangement of disulfide bonds during the protein folding process. PDIA6 also facilitates chaperone activity aiding the proper folding of nascent proteins. Its expression is widespread but shows higher levels in secretory tissues reflecting its involvement in protein synthesis and processing.
Biological function summary
PDIA6 plays a critical role in maintaining cellular homeostasis by ensuring correct protein folding within the ER. It interacts with various substrates and is part of a larger protein complex along with other ER-resident chaperones and foldases. This protein also responds to ER stress by assisting in the unfolded protein response (UPR) a signaling cascade that restores normal function of the ER or triggers apoptosis if the stress is unresolved.
Pathways
PDIA6 holds a significant position in the folding modification and degradation of proteins via the ER-associated degradation (ERAD) pathway. This pathway involves collaboration with proteins such as BiP and ERp72 which together prevent accumulation of misfolded proteins. PDIA6 also contributes to the cellular redox homeostasis playing an important role in maintaining the balance of oxidative states within the cell which can influence pathways like the UPR.
PDIA6 associates with conditions characterized by ER stress including neurodegenerative disorders like Alzheimer's disease as well as cancer. In Alzheimer’s disease alterations in its function may affect the handling of misfolded proteins aligning it with amyloid precursor protein processing. In cancer its modulation of protein folding and stress responses links it to oncogenic pathways interacting with proteins such as p53 which can influence cell apoptosis and survival.