Abcam, ab128950, Anti-AP2S1 antibody [EPR2697(2)]

Size: 100µL / 1mL
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal AP2S1 antibody. Suitable for IP, WB, IHC-P and reacts with Human, Mouse, Rat samples. Cited in 15 publications.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR2697(2),
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse, Rat, Human,
Applications:IP, IHC-P, 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.,
Specificity:The mouse and rat recommendation is based on the WB results. We do not guarantee IHC-P for mouse and rat.

Product details:
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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
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recombinant antibodies

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-pH: 7.2 - 7.4Preservative: 0.01% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 40% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 0.05% BSA, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions--20°C, Storage information-Stable for 12 months at -20°C

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
AP2S1 also known as adaptor-related protein complex 2 sigma 1 subunit is a protein with an estimated molecular mass of approximately 20 kDa. It is expressed in various human tissues but shows higher expression in the brain. This protein is a component of the adaptor protein 2 (AP-2) complex which plays an important role in clathrin-mediated endocytosis a process essential for the internalization of various molecules into the cell.
Biological function summary
The AP2S1 protein functions as part of the AP-2 complex which regulates the recruitment of clathrin to the plasma membrane facilitating the formation of clathrin-coated vesicles. These vesicles help in the transport of transferrin and its receptor and also influence the internalization of membrane proteins and lipids. This efficient transport system supports cellular activities like receptor recycling and nutrient uptake making it an important participant in cellular homeostasis.
Pathways
AP2S1 is involved in endocytic and vesicular transport pathways. It plays a role in the endocytic trafficking pathway that includes the involvement of other proteins like clathrin and AP2B1 which work together to manage cellular intake of nutrients and receptor-ligand complexes. The AP-2 complex functions as a bridge between cargo proteins and the clathrin lattice during the formation of transport vesicles controlling vital cellular processes.
AP2S1 has implications in conditions like familial hypocalciuric hypercalcemia type 3 (FHH3) and Brooks-Widemann Syndrome. Mutations in the AP2S1 gene disrupt the normal calcium-sensing receptor pathway which leads to altered calcium homeostasis manifesting as hypercalcemia in patients with FHH3. This condition links AP2S1 functionally with proteins involved in calcium regulation highlighting its significance in maintaining cellular and systemic equilibrium.