Abcam, ab204478, Alexa Fluor® 647 Anti-MKLP1 antibody [EPR10879]

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal MKLP1 antibody - conjugated to Alexa Fluor® 647. Suitable for ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 2 publications.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR10879,
Isotype:IgG,
Conjugation:Alexa Fluor® 647,
Excitation/Emission:Ex: 650nm, Em: 665nm,
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.

Product details:
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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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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-Stable for 12 months at -20°C, Store in the dark

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
MKLP1 also known as mitotic kinesin-like protein 1 is a motor protein with a molecular weight of around 95 kDa. This protein plays an important role in cell division by facilitating the movement of chromosomes and the formation of the spindle apparatus during mitosis. MKLP1 is widely expressed in proliferating cells and tissues especially in those undergoing rapid cell cycles such as embryonic tissues and tumors.
Biological function summary
MKLP1 functions as a component of the centralspindlin complex where it interacts with other proteins to regulate cytoskeletal dynamics. It is critical in the formation and resolution of the central spindle during mitosis ensuring proper separation of cells. By coordinating microtubule bundling and motor activities MKLP1 assists in the maintenance of cell polarity and cell shape changes necessary for mitosis completion.
Pathways
MKLP1 is integral to the mitotic and cell cycle pathways. In particular it is important in the mechanics of the spindle assembly checkpoint which ensures chromosomes are correctly segregated before cell division proceeds. MKLP1 interacts with proteins like Aurora B kinase and ECT2 which regulate the dynamics of cytoskeletal reorganization during these critical phases.
MKLP1 has associations with cancers and neurodevelopmental disorders. In tumors overexpression or mutation of MKLP1 often leads to aneuploidy contributing to tumor progression and metastasis. In the context of neurodevelopmental disorders disruptions in MKLP1 function can relate to conditions such as microcephaly due to its role in cell proliferation. Altered interactions between MKLP1 and proteins like BRCA2 in cancer highlight its relevance in both cell division and stability of the genome.