Abcam, ab129191, Anti-PGAM1 antibody [EPR8042]

Size: 100µL / 1mL
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal PGAM1 antibody. Suitable for WB, Flow Cyt (Intra) and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 9 publications.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR8042,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:Flow Cyt (Intra), 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:
Patented technology
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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, Purity-Tissue culture supernatant, Storage buffer-pH: 7.2 - 7.4Preservative: 0.01% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 50% Tissue culture supernatant, 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.
Phosphoglycerate mutase 1 (PGAM1) also known as PGAM-M or brain PGAM is an enzyme with a molecular weight of approximately 29 kDa. PGAM1 catalyzes the conversion of 3-phosphoglycerate to 2-phosphoglycerate in the glycolytic pathway. This enzyme is expressed in a wide range of tissues with significant levels found in brain and muscle cells. It plays an important role in energy metabolism by facilitating the intermediate steps of glycolysis.
Biological function summary
PGAM1 acts within the glycolysis and gluconeogenesis processes interacting with other metabolic enzymes to maintain cellular energy balance. It functions as a part of the phosphoglycerate mutase enzyme complex. The activity of PGAM1 is important for optimal glycolytic flux directly linking it to energy production and regulation within the cell. By maintaining the concentrations of glycolytic intermediates PGAM1 supports various cellular processes that depend on energy generated through glycolysis.
Pathways
The activity of PGAM1 integrates glycolysis with other vital metabolic processes in the cell. One key pathway involving PGAM1 is the glycolytic pathway where it collaborates with the enzymes phosphoglycerate kinase and enolase to efficiently drive the conversion of glucose to pyruvate. Additionally PGAM1 is linked to the pentose phosphate pathway where it indirectly influences nucleotide biosynthesis and antioxidant responses by affecting the flux of metabolites into the pathway.
PGAM1's involvement in energy metabolism connects it to various cancer types. Many cancer cells display elevated levels of PGAM1 which can promote enhanced aerobic glycolysis also known as the Warburg effect. This shift in metabolism is associated with increased cancer cell proliferation and survival. Furthermore PGAM1's interaction with other proteins like p53 a tumor suppressor highlights its potential role in tumorigenesis where dysregulation of these interactions can contribute to cancer progression.