Abcam, ab228684, Anti-AIP antibody

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Polyclonal AIP antibody. Suitable for WB, IHC-P, ICC/IF and reacts with Human, Mouse samples. Cited in 1 publication. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human AIP.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse, Human,
Applications:ICC/IF, IHC-P, WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human AIP. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.O00170

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Storage buffer-pH: 7Preservative: 0.01% Thimerosal (merthiolate)Constituents: 20% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 1.21% Tris, 0.75% Glycine, 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.
AIP also known as aryl hydrocarbon receptor-interacting protein is a molecular chaperone with a mass of approximately 37 kDa. It mainly resides in the cytoplasm of cells and interacts with various proteins. Expression of the AIP protein occurs in many tissues including liver lung and brain. This protein plays a significant role in maintaining the stability and proper functioning of its interacting partners.
Biological function summary
AIP acts as a modulator of protein-protein interactions impacting several signaling pathways. It is a part of the larger protein complex involving heat shock proteins which helps prevent the degradation of its client proteins. AIP is essential for the activity and stability of receptors like the aryl hydrocarbon receptor (AHR) helping these receptors remain in a functional state until they get activated.
Pathways
AIP incorporates itself into the AHR signaling pathway which affects the regulation of xenobiotic metabolism. The protein is also involved in the regulation of the glucocorticoid receptor pathway working closely with proteins like Hsp90. Through these interactions AIP influences the ability of cells to respond to environmental toxins and physiological stress thereby playing a role in cellular homeostasis.
AIP has a connection with familial isolated pituitary adenomas (FIPA) and is also implicated in some forms of cancer. AIP mutations can lead to alterations in the function of the AHR receptor which is linked to these conditions. A notable interaction partner of AIP in these contexts is the pituitary tumor transforming gene (PTTG) which highlights its role in tumorigenesis and the regulation of cell proliferation.