Abcam, ab189399, Anti-ACY-1 antibody

Size: 50µL
Rabbit Polyclonal ACY-1 antibody. Suitable for WB, IHC-P, ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 2 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human Aminoacylase-1 aa 50-350.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:WB, ICC/IF, IHC-PSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Synthetic Peptide within Human Aminoacylase-1 aa 50-350. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.Q03154

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Storage buffer-pH: 7Preservative: 0.01% Thimerosal (merthiolate)Constituents: 10% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 1.79% Tris glycine, 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.
The protein ACY-1 also known as aminoacylase 1 or ACY plays a significant role in the deacetylation process of N-acyl amino acids. ACY-1 is a zinc-binding enzyme and has a molecular weight of approximately 45 kDa. This enzyme is expressed in various tissues including the liver and kidney. ACY-1 is essential for amino acid metabolism by catalyzing the hydrolysis of N-acyl-L-amino acids into L-amino acids and free fatty acids.
Biological function summary
The aminoacylase 1 enzyme functions in detoxification and metabolic regulation. It is not typically part of large protein complexes but acts independently to regulate amino acid and acetyl-CoA pathways. The activity facilitates the recycling of acyl groups and amino acids which is important for maintaining cellular homeostasis.
Pathways
Aminoacylase 1 is involved in amino acid catabolism and lipid metabolism pathways. In these processes ACY-1 interacts with proteins such as acetyl-CoA synthetase in the conversion of excess acyl-CoAs into free fatty acids and CoA preventing the build-up of toxic metabolites. It also has an indirect relationship with the urea cycle by ensuring the availability of free amino acids for further metabolism.
Alterations in ACY-1 function relate to neurological disorders and metabolic syndromes. For instance defects in ACY-1 have been associated with Canavan disease a condition affecting the brain. The protein's activity imbalance might also link to metabolic disorders where its interaction with proteins like aspartoacylase comes into play further affecting the acetylation status and metabolic regulation.