Abcam, ab209581, PE Anti-COX1 / Cyclooxygenase 1 antibody [EPR5866]

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal COX1 / Cyclooxygenase 1 antibody - conjugated to PE. Suitable for Flow Cyt (Intra) and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 1 publication.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR5866,
Isotype:IgG,
Conjugation:PE,
Excitation/Emission:Ex: 480;565nm, Em: 578nm,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:Flow Cyt (Intra)See 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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What are the advantages of a recombinant monoclonal antibody?
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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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Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-pH: 7.4Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 1% BSA, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage duration-Up to 12 months, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions-+4°C, Aliquoting information-Upon delivery aliquot, Storage information-Do Not Freeze, Store in the dark

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
Cyclooxygenase 1 (COX-1) also known as COX1 cyclooxygenase-1 COX one and the COX1 protein is an important enzyme in the conversion of arachidonic acid to prostaglandins. It is a heme-containing dimer enzyme with a molecular weight of approximately 70 kDa. COX-1 is widely expressed in most tissues and cell types where it plays a significant role in maintaining homeostatic functions. This protein is constitutively active meaning it is often active under normal physiological conditions.
Biological function summary
COX-1 is involved in producing prostaglandins that regulate a variety of normal physiological processes including gastric mucosal protection renal blood flow and platelet aggregation. Unlike COX-2 COX-1 is not induced by inflammatory stimuli and is not part of an inducible complex. It serves to maintain essential physiological functions in various organs and systems making its activity critical for cellular maintenance.
Pathways
COX-1 is primarily involved in the prostaglandin biosynthesis pathway. It converts arachidonic acid into prostaglandin H2 a precursor for other prostaglandins and thromboxanes. Thromboxane A2 produced from this pathway plays an important role in platelet aggregation and vasoconstriction linking COX-1's functions with hemostatic processes. Another protein involved in this pathway is thromboxane synthase which further processes the products of COX-1 activity.
COX-1’s role connects it closely to conditions like peptic ulcers and cardiovascular diseases. Inhibition of COX-1 by nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can lead to gastric mucosal damage contributing to the development of peptic ulcers. Additionally due to its involvement in platelet aggregation COX-1 affects thrombotic diseases. COX-1's interactions with proteins such as COX-2 become relevant in inflammation and pain management where selective inhibition of COX-2 is sought to reduce adverse effects related to COX-1.