Abcam, ab198608, Alexa Fluor® 488 Anti-alpha Actinin 4 antibody [EPR2533(2)] - Cytoskeleton Marker

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal alpha Actinin 4 antibody - conjugated to Alexa Fluor® 488. Suitable for ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 4 publications.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR2533(2),
Isotype:IgG,
Conjugation:Alexa Fluor® 488,
Excitation/Emission:Ex: 495nm, Em: 519nm,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications: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.

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- High batch-to-batch consistency and reproducibility
- Improved sensitivity and specificity
- Long-term security of supply
- Animal-free batch production
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Alexa Fluor® is a registered trademark of Molecular Probes, Inc, a Thermo Fisher Scientific Company. The Alexa Fluor® dye included in this product is provided under an intellectual property license from Life Technologies Corporation. As this product contains the Alexa Fluor® dye, the purchase of this product conveys to the buyer the non-transferable right to use the purchased product and components of the product only in research conducted by the buyer (whether the buyer is an academic or for-profit entity). As this product contains the Alexa Fluor® dye the sale of this product is expressly conditioned on the buyer not using the product or its components, or any materials made using the product or its components, in any activity to generate revenue, which may include, but is not limited to use of the product or its components: in manufacturing; (ii) to provide a service, information, or data in return for payment (iii) for therapeutic, diagnostic or prophylactic purposes; or (iv) for resale, regardless of whether they are sold for use in research. For information on purchasing a license to this product for purposes other than research, contact Life Technologies Corporation, 5781 Van Allen Way, Carlsbad, CA 92008 USA or outlicensing@thermofisher.com.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-pH: 7.4Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 30% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 1% 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, Store in the dark

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
Alpha Actinin 4 sometimes referred to as ACTN4 or alpha-actinin is a protein with a mass of approximately 100 kDa. It functions as an actin-binding protein particularly involved in the crosslinking of actin filaments. This protein is expressed widely with high levels found in muscle kidney and brain tissues. Alpha-actinin 4 also plays important roles in cellular structure and integrity by binding actin filaments in various cellular contexts.
Biological function summary
The role of alpha-actinin 4 extends to maintaining cytoskeletal structure and cell motility. It forms part of the larger actin-binding complex that supports cellular adhesion and mechanical stability. By linking actin filaments it allows cells to withstand mechanical stress and maintain their shape. Additionally alpha-actinin 4 contributes to cellular processes like cytokinesis and signal transduction by serving as a scaffold for signaling proteins.
Pathways
Alpha-actinin 4 interacts with diverse cellular signaling mechanisms. Key pathways include the actin cytoskeleton signaling and integrin-mediated cell adhesion. In these pathways alpha-actinin 4 works alongside proteins such as integrins and vinculin facilitating communication between the extracellular matrix and the cytoskeleton. These interactions are critical for cellular responses to environmental stimuli and adaptation during movement or development.
Alpha-actinin 4 has notable impacts on conditions like focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS) and cancer. In FSGS mutation or dysregulation of alpha-actinin 4 contributes to podocyte dysfunction leading to proteinuria and kidney damage. Its role in cancer often involves altered expression influencing cell migration and invasion. The interaction with other proteins like nephrin in FSGS or E-cadherin in cancer highlights the significance of alpha-actinin 4 in pathogenic processes.