Abcam, ab156006, Anti-DKC1/Dyskerin antibody [EPR10398]

Size: 100µL / 1mL
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal DKC1/Dyskerin antibody. Suitable for WB, ICC/IF and reacts with Human, Mouse, Rat samples. Cited in 1 publication.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR10398,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:ICC/IF, 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.

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What are the advantages of a recombinant monoclonal antibody?
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- 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, Aliquoting information-Upon delivery aliquot, Storage information-Avoid freeze / thaw cycle

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
DKC1 also known as Dyskerin is a protein weighing approximately 57 kDa. It shows high expression in the nucleolus of cells aiding in key cellular processes. Dyskerin acts mechanically as a pseudouridine synthase which catalyzes the isomerization of uridine to pseudouridine in RNA molecules. This activity plays a significant role in rRNA modification and stabilization. Also Dyskerin functions as a scaffold within ribonucleoprotein complexes which is fundamental for ribosome biogenesis.
Biological function summary
Dyskerin is essential for maintaining the integrity of ribosomal RNA through its action within the H/ACA ribonucleoprotein complex. The protein binds H/ACA box small nucleolar RNAs (snoRNAs) which guides it to specific uridine residues in rRNA thereby modifying them to pseudouridine. These modifications have an important role in forming functional ribosomes. Additionally Dyskerin contributes to the stabilization of telomerase RNA component which impacts telomere maintenance and length regulation.
Pathways
The role of Dyskerin in ribosome biogenesis directly connects it to cellular growth and protein synthesis pathways. It associates with NOP10 GAR1 and NHP2 in the H/ACA ribonucleoprotein complex contributing to the processing of precursor rRNA. Dyskerin also associates with telomerase complex proteins like TERT functioning in the telomere maintenance pathway. In these pathways its activity ensures the accurate synthesis of proteins and the preservation of genomic stability.
Dyskerin mutations relate to X-linked dyskeratosis congenita a condition characterized by impaired telomere maintenance leading to bone marrow failure. Additionally abnormal levels of Dyskerin have associations with certain cancers due to its role in rRNA processing and telomere regulation which can drive malignant transformation. Proteins like TERC which forms part of the telomerase complex are frequently involved in these Dyskerin-related disorders highlighting Dyskerin's critical involvement in cellular division and stability.