Abcam, ab180146, Anti-Orai2 antibody [EPR10043(2)] - C-terminal

Size: 10µL-TRIAL / 100µL / 1mL
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal ORAI2 antibody. C-terminal. Suitable for WB, Flow Cyt (Intra) and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 6 publications.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR10043(2),
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:WB, Flow Cyt (Intra)See 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:
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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, 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.
Orai2 also known as Orai calcium-release-activated calcium modulator 2 is a protein that functions as a calcium channel subunit. It plays an important role in regulating calcium influx into cells. Orai2 is a transmembrane protein expressed in various tissues including the brain and muscle. The protein has a mass of approximately 33 kDa. Orai2 forms part of a channel complex important for controlling the amount of calcium that enters cells in response to signals.
Biological function summary
Orai2 modulates calcium homeostasis by forming a complex with other proteins in the Orai family such as Orai1 and Orai3. Calcium ions are essential for numerous cellular processes including muscle contraction neurotransmitter release and gene expression. Orai2 helps to fine-tune the calcium signaling pathways that decide these processes. By collaborating with other calcium channels and regulatory proteins Orai2 adjusts the cellular calcium influx that tackles specific cellular needs.
Pathways
Calcium release-activated calcium (CRAC) channels represent an important biological route in which Orai2 participates. The CRAC channel mechanism involves the interaction with stromal interaction molecule 1 (STIM1) a protein that senses calcium depletion in the endoplasmic reticulum. Orai2 when associated with STIM1 conducts calcium ions into the cytosol maintaining intracellular calcium levels required for various cellular responses. Additionally Orai2 interacts within pathways that involve Orai1 and STIM-like protein 1 (STIM2) highlighting its role in regulating cellular calcium mechanisms.
Orai2 relates to immune system dysfunctions and neurological conditions. Abnormal alterations in Orai2 function can contribute to immunodeficiency as calcium entry through Orai channels influences immune cell activation and response. Additionally alteration in Orai2 function can affect neuronal signaling having potential links to conditions like epilepsy. Orai2's function in these disorders may involve interactions with related proteins such as Orai1 and STIM1 which also play a part in these pathways. Understanding Orai2's role offers potential avenues for treating related conditions by targeting calcium entry mechanisms.