Abcam, ab170950, Anti-Aspartate Aminotransferase + FABP-1 antibody [EPR12145]

Size: 100µL / 1mL
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal Aspartate Aminotransferase antibody. Suitable for WB, ICC/IF, Flow Cyt (Intra), IHC-P and reacts with Human, Mouse, Rat samples. Cited in 10 publications.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR12145,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse, Rat, Human,
Applications:WB, IHC-P, Flow Cyt (Intra), ICC/IFSee 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.,
Specificity:The mouse and rat recommendation is based on the WB results. We do not guarantee IHC-P for mouse and rat.

Product details:
Patented technology
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technology is a patented hybridoma-based technology for making rabbit monoclonal antibodies. For details on our patents, please refer to
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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
For more information, read more on
recombinant antibodies

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-Preservative: 0.01% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 40% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 0.05% 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.
Aspartate Aminotransferase also known as AST or alkaline aminotransferase is an important enzyme in amino acid metabolism. It catalyzes the transfer of an amino group from aspartate to alpha-ketoglutarate forming glutamate and oxaloacetate. This enzyme has an approximate molecular mass of 46 kDa and is expressed in the liver heart skeletal muscle and kidney tissues. AST plays a significant role in the intracellular balance of amino acids and is an important biomarker in clinical diagnostics.
Biological function summary
AST functions in the transamination process a mechanism central to the synthesis and degradation of amino acids. This process is fundamental in the production of energy and the maintenance of the urea cycle. AST does not form a part of a complex but interacts dynamically with substrates and cofactors like pyridoxal phosphate essential for its enzymatic activity. The activity of AST is important in ensuring the proper function of amino acid metabolism in various tissues.
Pathways
AST operates within the citric acid cycle and the urea cycle. In the citric acid cycle AST contributes to the interconversion of amino acids and metabolic intermediates aiding in energy production. It links to proteins such as malate dehydrogenase and glutamate dehydrogenase which play roles in associated metabolic conversions and energy cycles. These interactions reflect AST's integration in maintaining cellular metabolic processes.
AST levels serve as an indicator of liver health and are often elevated in conditions such as hepatitis and myocardial infarction. Hepatitis causes liver damage resulting in increased AST release into the bloodstream. In myocardial infarction damaged cardiac tissue releases AST providing a diagnostic cue for tissue injury. Elevated AST levels can associate with other enzymes like alanine aminotransferase (ALT) used together to assess liver and heart function.