Abcam, ab129279, Anti-TRAF1 antibody

Size: 50µg
Goat Polyclonal TRAF1 antibody. Suitable for IHC-P, WB and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 5 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human TRAF1 aa 350 to C-terminus.
Key facts
Host species:Goat,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:WB, IHC-PSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Synthetic Peptide within Human TRAF1 aa 350 to C-terminus. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.Q13077

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein G, Storage buffer-pH: 7.3Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azideConstituents: 99% Tris buffered saline, 0.5% BSA, 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.
TRAF1 or TNF Receptor Associated Factor 1 is a protein involved in signal transduction from various receptors including TNFR2 (tumor necrosis factor receptor 2). TRAF1 has a molecular mass of approximately 50 kDa. This protein is found mostly in the cytoplasm and functions as an adapter molecule. It helps to mediate signal transduction by interacting with receptor-associated signaling complexes. It does not have an intrinsic catalytic domain. TRAF1 expression is most prevalent in immune cells such as lymphocytes.
Biological function summary
TRAF1 plays a role in immune response regulation functioning as part of a larger TRAF protein complex that includes TRAF2 and TRAF3. This complex is significant for propagating signaling cascades important for immune system development and homeostasis. TRAF1 impacts the transcriptional activity that modulates inflammatory responses. It achieves this by interacting with other proteins to transmit signals from the cell surface to the nucleus subsequently affecting gene expression.
Pathways
TRAF1 is involved in the NF-κB and JNK signaling pathways which are important for immune cell activation and apoptosis regulation. In the NF-κB pathway TRAF1 works closely with TRAF2 facilitating the recruitment and activation of IKK (IκB kinase) which leads to the release and nuclear translocation of NF-κB. In the JNK pathway TRAF1 indirectly influences MAP kinase signaling cascades affecting cytokine production and cell death. These roles in signal transduction highlight TRAF1's function in maintaining immune cell function and integrity.
TRAF1 has connections to autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and certain cancers. In rheumatoid arthritis elevated TRAF1 expression correlates with inflammatory cell survival potentially exacerbating the disease. TRAF1 interaction with TNFR2 is significant in cancer aiding in tumor cell survival and proliferation. Its involvement with proteins like TRAF2 and cytokines like TNF-alpha highlights its impact on disease progression and potential as a therapeutic target.