Abcam, ab182573, Anti-CRABP1 antibody [EPR7905]

Size: 100µL / 1mL
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal CRABP1 antibody. Suitable for IP, WB and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 2 publications.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR7905,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:IP, 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:
Patented technology
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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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recombinant antibodies

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purity-Tissue culture supernatant, Storage buffer-pH: 7.2Preservative: 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.
CRABP1 also known as Cellular Retinoic Acid Binding Protein 1 is a small protein with a molecular mass of around 15 kDa. It mainly binds and transports retinoic acid a metabolite of vitamin A that is important for cell growth and differentiation. CRABP1 is typically expressed in various tissues including the skin eyes and central nervous system. It provides cells with a way to regulate retinoic acid levels acting as a buffer and maintaining proper cellular functioning.
Biological function summary
CRABP1 plays a significant role in modulating the access of retinoic acid to nuclear receptors by controlling its availability in the cell. It is not part of a large protein complex but instead often acts independently to manage intracellular retinoic acid. The protein ensures normal development and maintenance of tissues by influencing gene transcription related to cell differentiation and proliferation. This regulation is important in processes like embryogenesis and skin regeneration.
Pathways
Several intricate signaling cascades involve CRABP1 such as the retinoic acid signaling pathway and the retinoid metabolic pathway. In these pathways CRABP1 directly interacts with proteins like Retinoic Acid Receptors (RARs) to modulate their activity. By regulating retinoic acid levels CRABP1 influences cellular response outcomes which is important for processes like morphogenesis and homeostasis.
CRABP1 has been linked to specific conditions like skin disorders and certain types of cancer. Altered levels of CRABP1 can impact the normal regulation of retinoic acid leading to dysfunctional cell proliferation and differentiation. The protein's interaction with RAR-related proteins plays a role in these diseases where disrupted signaling can result in anomalous cellular behavior contributing to pathological development.