Abcam, ab126534, Anti-PGAM5 antibody

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Polyclonal PGAM5 antibody. Suitable for IHC-P, WB, ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 36 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human PGAM5 aa 50-150.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:WB, 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 PGAM5 aa 50-150. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.Q96HS1

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 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.
PGAM5 also known as Phosphoglycerate Mutase Family Member 5 is a mitochondrial protein with a known mass of around 32 kDa. It acts as a serine/threonine phosphatase without intrinsic catalytic phosphoglycerate mutase activity. PGAM5 localizes to the inner membrane of mitochondria and exhibits expression in tissues where metabolic regulation is significant. It plays a role in removing phosphate groups from target substrates influencing multiple cellular mechanisms.
Biological function summary
PGAM5 impacts pathways related to cellular stress responses and energy metabolism. It participates in programmed cell death and modulates mitochondrial dynamics. It can serve as part of a complex with other proteins adjusting the balance between mitophagy and apoptosis. Through interaction with key signaling molecules PGAM5 bridges various biochemical processes relevant to cell survival and energy utilization.
Pathways
Its function integrates into mitophagy and necroptosis. PGAM5 collaborates with proteins like PINK1 and PARKIN contributing to the clearance of damaged mitochondria via the mitophagy pathway. In necroptosis PGAM5 interacts with RIPK1 and RIPK3 regulating necrotic cell death. These interactions position PGAM5 at the crossroads of pathways critical to maintaining cellular homeostasis and response to stress.
PGAM5 relates to neurodegenerative diseases and cancer. Mutations or dysregulation of PGAM5 connect to Parkinson's disease where impaired mitochondrial function and mitophagy play a role. In cancer altered PGAM5 activity may disrupt normal apoptotic processes leading to unchecked cell growth. In these contexts PGAM5's interaction with proteins like PINK1 PARKIN RIPK1 and RIPK3 underpins its relevance to disease mechanisms.