Abcam, ab236007, Anti-LIMK2 antibody [EP969Y] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal LIMK2 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for IHC-P, WB, ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 1 publication.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EP969Y,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:IHC-P, ICC/IF, 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.

Product details:
ab236007 is the carrier-free version of
ab45165
Patented technology
Our RabMAb
technology is a patented hybridoma-based technology for making rabbit monoclonal antibodies. For details on our patents, please refer to
RabMAb® patents
What are the advantages of a recombinant monoclonal antibody?
This product is a recombinant monoclonal antibody, which offers several advantages including:
- High batch-to-batch consistency and reproducibility
- Improved sensitivity and specificity
- Long-term security of supply
- Animal-free batch production
For more information, read more on
recombinant antibodies
Conjugation ready
Our carrier-free antibodies are typically supplied in a PBS-only formulation, purified and free of BSA, sodium azide and glycerol. This conjugation-ready format is designed for use with fluorochromes, metal isotopes, oligonucleotides, and enzymes, which makes them ideal for antibody labelling, functional and cell-based assays, flow-based assays (e.g. mass cytometry) and Multiplex Imaging applications.
Use our
conjugation kits
for antibody conjugates that are ready-to-use in as little as 20 minutes with 1 minute hands-on-time and 100% antibody recovery: available for fluorescent dyes, HRP, biotin and gold.
Compatibility
This product is compatible with the Maxpar
Antibody Labeling Kit from Fluidigm, without the need for antibody preparation. Maxpar
is a trademark of Fluidigm Canada Inc.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-pH: 7.2 - 7.4Constituents: PBS, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions-+4°C, Storage information-Do Not Freeze

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
LIMK2 also known as LIM domain kinase 2 is a protein that functions primarily as a serine/threonine kinase. This protein with a molecular weight of approximately 72 kDa plays an important role in regulating the cytoskeleton dynamics by phosphorylating and inactivating cofilin thereby affecting actin filament stability. LIMK2 is ubiquitously expressed with higher expression levels observed in the brain and certain types of cancer tissues indicating its importance in both normal and pathological cell processes.
Biological function summary
LIMK2 influences cell motility differentiation and division by modulating the actin cytoskeleton. It is a central component in various signaling complexes where it interacts with proteins such as ROCK and PAK which are upstream activators. By controlling actin filament assembly and disassembly LIMK2 impacts essential cellular functions including migration and invasion highlighting its potential role in cancer metastasis.
Pathways
LIMK2 integrates into signaling cascades linked to the Rho family of GTPases and the TGF-beta pathways. In these pathways it collaborates with proteins like ROCK to influence cytoskeletal reorganization. LIMK2's activity in these pathways emphasizes its role in maintaining cellular integrity and responding to extracellular stimuli which are critical components of cell cycle regulation and morphological changes.
Aberrant LIMK2 activity has connections with cancer progression and neurological disorders. In cancer upregulation can lead to increased tumor cell invasion and metastasis through its interaction with cofilin and the subsequent increase in actin filament assembly. In neurological contexts altered LIMK2 function associates with neurodegenerative diseases possibly due to its role in neuronal signaling networks and cytoskeletal dynamics. Understanding LIMK2’s interactions with proteins like cofilin offers insight into potential therapeutic targets for managing these diseases.