{"product_id":"abcam-ab186303","title":"Abcam, ab186303, Anti-PINK1 antibody [N4\/15]","description":"\u003cp\u003eSize: 100µg \/ 1mg\u003cbr\u003e\nAnti-PINK1 antibody [N4\/15] (ab186303) is a mouse monoclonal antibody detecting PINK1 in  Western Blot . Suitable for  Human . - Over 20 publications\u003cbr\u003e\nKey facts\u003cbr\u003e\nHost species:Mouse,\u003cbr\u003e\nClonality:Monoclonal,\u003cbr\u003e\nClone number:N4\/15,\u003cbr\u003e\nIsotype:IgG1,\u003cbr\u003e\nCarrier free:No,\u003cbr\u003e\nReacts with:Human,\u003cbr\u003e\nApplications:WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,\u003cbr\u003e\nImmunogen:Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human PINK1 aa 100-500. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.Q9BXM7,\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecificity:\u0026gt;30% identity with DMPK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProduct details:\u003cbr\u003e\nWhat is this antibody validated in?\u003cbr\u003e\nAnti-PINK1 antibody [N4\/15] (ab186303) is a mouse monoclonal antibody and is validated for use in Western Blot (WB) in Human samples.\u003cbr\u003e\nWhat is the molecular weight of PINK1?\u003cbr\u003e\nAnti-PINK1 [N4\/15] (ab186303) specifically detects a band for PINK1 (UniProt: Q9BXM7) at a molecular weight of 63kDa.\u003cbr\u003e\nTrusted by the scientific community\u003cbr\u003e\nAnti-PINK1 [N4\/15] (ab186303) was first used in a scientific publication in 2014 and has been cited over 20 times in peer-reviewed journals.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe production method has been switched from hybridoma to recombinant on 24th Oct 2025.\u003cbr\u003e\nWhat are the advantages of a recombinant monoclonal antibody?\u003cbr\u003e\nThis product is a recombinant monoclonal antibody, which offers several advantages including:\u003cbr\u003e\n- High batch-to-batch consistency and reproducibility\u003cbr\u003e\n- Improved sensitivity and specificity\u003cbr\u003e\n- Long-term security of supply\u003cbr\u003e\n- Animal-free batch production\u003cbr\u003e\nFor more information, read more on\u003cbr\u003e\nrecombinant antibodies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProperties and Storage Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nForm-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-pH: 7.2 - 7.4Preservative: 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\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupplementary Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nThis supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe PTEN-induced kinase 1 (PINK1) is a serine\/threonine-protein kinase with a molecular weight of approximately 63 kDa. It plays a significant role in mitochondrial quality control through its kinase activity. PINK1 gets expressed in various tissues with a high presence in the brain. The protein localizes to the outer membrane of damaged mitochondria to initiate mitophagy an important cellular process for clearing dysfunctional mitochondria.\u003cbr\u003e\nBiological function summary\u003cbr\u003e\nThe PINK1 protein detects mitochondrial damage and recruits Parkin an E3 ubiquitin ligase to the damaged mitochondria. This interaction leads to the ubiquitylation of mitochondrial substrates and triggers their degradation. PINK1 Parkin and other proteins form a complex that facilitates the removal of damaged mitochondria through autophagy. This mechanism ensures cellular health and energy balance by maintaining a pool of functional mitochondria.\u003cbr\u003e\nPathways\u003cbr\u003e\nPINK1 integrates into the mitochondrial quality control and mitophagy pathways. It has a fundamental role in the PINK1-Parkin pathway which is critical for maintaining mitochondrial integrity. In this pathway PINK1 phosphorylates both ubiquitin and Parkin enhancing Parkin's E3 ligase activity. Another pathway that PINK1 participates in is the PTEN-induced kinase pathway where it regulates mitochondrial dynamics and homeostasis via cross-talk with other mitochondrial proteins such as DJ-1 and LRRK2.\u003cbr\u003e\nPINK1 mutations are strongly associated with familial Parkinson's disease attributing to its role in preserving neuronal function through mitochondrial regulation. Deficient PINK1 function leads to accumulation of damaged mitochondria contributing to neuronal cell death. Additionally PINK1 dysfunction is implicated in Alzheimer's disease as impaired mitochondrial clearance is a contributing factor. Here the PINK1 interaction with other proteins like Parkin and DJ-1 highlights its importance in neurodegenerative disorders.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Abcam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46848226328745,"sku":"ab186303","price":0.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/iright.com\/es\/products\/abcam-ab186303","provider":"Iright","version":"1.0","type":"link"}