Abcam, ab133773, Anti-PICK1 antibody [EPR4130(3)]

Size: 100µL / 1mL
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal PICK1 antibody. Suitable for WB and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 1 publication.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR4130(3),
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications: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:
Species reactivity
Mouse, Rat: We have preliminary internal testing data to indicate this antibody may not react with these species.
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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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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.
PICK1 or Protein Interacting with C Kinase 1 is a protein that plays a significant role in cellular processes. With a molecular mass of approximately 47 kDa PICK1 is well known for its ability to bind to proteins through its PDZ domain. You can find PICK1 expressed highly in the brain but it is also present in other tissues like the pancreas and testes. This makes it an important target for understanding various cellular interactions and functions related to protein trafficking.
Biological function summary
PICK1 is known for its role in modulating the trafficking and synaptic targeting of AMPA receptors which are essential for synaptic plasticity and memory formation. It operates as part of a protein complex that influences the receptor's presence at the synaptic membrane. PICK1 binds with proteins like GluA2 subunit of AMPA receptors which allows it to regulate receptor internalization and surface expression impacting synaptic signaling and plasticity.
Pathways
PICK1 interacts within the glutamatergic signaling and insulin secretion pathways. In the glutamatergic signaling pathway it contributes to the regulation of synaptic strength by linking with other proteins such as protein kinase C (PKC) to facilitate synapse dynamics. In insulin secretion PICK1 partners with proteins like the insulin granule docking machinery to regulate insulin release in response to glucose.
Research has linked PICK1 function with conditions like schizophrenia and diabetes. PICK1's regulatory influence on AMPA receptors involves interactions with proteins such as protein kinase C which researchers have associated with synaptic abnormalities seen in schizophrenia. Regarding diabetes PICK1's role in insulin secretion connects it to the disease through the regulation of proteins involved in insulin granule dynamics. Understanding these connections aids in developing potential therapeutic strategies for these disorders.