Abcam, ab156770, Anti-MSI2 antibody [OTI2F10]

Size: 100µL
Mouse Monoclonal MSI2 antibody. Suitable for IHC-P, WB, ICC/IF and reacts with Human, Mouse, Dog, Rat, African green monkey, Transfected cell lysate - Human, Transfected cell line - Human samples. Cited in 2 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Full Length Protein corresponding to Human MSI2.
Key facts
Host species:Mouse,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:OTI2F10,
Isotype:IgG1,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse, Rat, Dog, Human, African green monkey,
Applications:ICC/IF, IHC-P, WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Full Length Protein corresponding to Human MSI2.Q96DH6

Product details:
The clone number has been updated from 2F10 to OTI2F10, both clone numbers name the same clone.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification, Purification notes-Purified from cell culture supernatant by affinity chromatography, Storage buffer-pH: 7.3Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 50% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 1% BSA, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage duration-1-2 weeks, 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.
Musashi-2 (MSI2) is a member of the Musashi RNA‐binding protein family also labeled as MSI-2. The protein is approximately 38 kDa in size. It expresses primarily in stem cells and various tumor types including hematopoietic cells and neural tissue. MSI2 plays a role in maintaining stem cell self-renewal and differentiation by regulating mRNA translation through binding to specific target RNAs.
Biological function summary
MSI2 contributes to the regulation of gene expression with a significant impact on cell fate decisions. It acts as part of a post-transcriptional regulatory complex that controls the stability and translation of specific mRNA targets. MSI2 influences pathways involved in stem cell maintenance and differentiation linking it to cellular processes like proliferation and apoptosis. Its activity is important for normal development and the maintenance of undifferentiated cell states.
Pathways
MSI2 has important roles in the Notch and Wnt signaling pathways. These pathways are vital for stem cell maintenance and tissue regeneration. MSI2 regulates components of these pathways interacting with proteins such as beta-catenin in Wnt signaling. This regulation enhances its involvement in controlling cell proliferation and differentiation contributing to signaling processes that determine cellular behavior.
MSI2 is linked to acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and certain types of solid tumors. Overexpression of MSI2 often correlates with poor prognosis in AML where it impacts cancer progression by modulating genes associated with cell growth. Additionally its interaction with oncogenic proteins like BCR-ABL suggests its involvement in cancerogenesis through disease-linked pathways. Research indicates MSI2 as a potential target for therapeutic intervention in such malignancies.