Abcam, ab203120, Anti-ABCB5 antibody

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Polyclonal ABCB5 antibody. Suitable for IHC-P and reacts with Mouse samples. Cited in 2 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human ATP-binding cassette sub-family B member 5 aa 1200-1250 conjugated to Keyhole Limpet Haemocyanin.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse,
Applications:IHC-PSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Synthetic Peptide within Human ATP-binding cassette sub-family B member 5 aa 1200-1250 conjugated to Keyhole Limpet Haemocyanin. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.Q2M3G0

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-pH: 7.4Preservative: 0.02% Proclin 300Constituents: 50% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 48.98% TBS, 1X, 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

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
ABCB5 also known as ATP-binding cassette sub-family B member 5 belongs to the ABC transporter family. This protein functions mechanically as a transmembrane transporter that moves various molecules across cellular membranes using ATP hydrolysis. ABCB5 has a molecular mass of approximately 81 kDa. It is primarily expressed in stem cells melanocytes and certain cancer cells notably in the skin and eye tissues.
Biological function summary
ABCB5 plays an essential role in the regulation of cellular processes including development proliferation and differentiation. It is part of the ATP-binding cassette transporters which help in maintaining cellular homeostasis by exporting toxic substances out of cells. In stem cells ABCB5 maintains the undifferentiated state and protects cells from apoptosis by mediating efflux of drugs contributing to multidrug resistance.
Pathways
ABCB5 interacts with several cellular pathways involved in cell survival and drug resistance. It is closely connected with the Wnt/beta-catenin signaling pathway which regulates cell proliferation and differentiation. ABCB5 also interacts with proteins like P-glycoprotein (ABCB1) as they both participate in similar drug resistance mechanisms affecting therapeutic outcomes in cancer treatment.
Research links ABCB5 to cancer progression and treatment resistance especially in melanoma and colorectal cancer. Its overexpression associates with chemotherapy resistance indicating a need for targeted therapy approaches. In melanoma proteins such as CD133 and ABCB5 together contribute to maintaining cancer stem cell populations which can lead to metastasis and recurrence.