Abcam, ab224118, Anti-PIKE antibody

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Polyclonal PIKE antibody. Suitable for IHC-P, ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 2 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human AGAP2 aa 700-850.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:IHC-P, ICC/IFSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human AGAP2 aa 700-850. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.Q99490

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Storage buffer-pH: 7.2Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 40% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 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.
PIKE also known as phosphoinositide 3-kinase enhancer is a protein encoded by the CENTG1 gene. It weighs approximately 97 kDa and has several isoforms including PIKE-A PIKE-L and PIKE-S each with distinct localizations and functions. PIKE is expressed in neural tissues especially in the brain where it regulates numerous signaling processes. This protein facilitates the activation of phosphoinositide 3-kinase (PI3K) by directly interacting with it thereby enhancing downstream signaling.
Biological function summary
Proteins like PIKE are important in regulating cellular growth survival and proliferation. PIKE acts as an important mediator in the PI3K signaling pathway and is known to affect neuronal cell development and neurite outgrowth. It participates in forming complexes with other proteins such as Akt further amplifying signaling cascades linked to cell survival and growth. Its prominent role in neural systems makes PIKE significant in maintaining normal brain function.
Pathways
The protein PIKE integrates significantly into the PI3K/Akt signaling pathway and the small GTPase pathway. In the PI3K/Akt pathway PIKE works closely with Akt and mTOR proteins promoting cell survival and growth. In the small GTPase pathway PIKE interacts with proteins like Rac1 which regulates actin cytoskeleton dynamics and influences changes in cell shape and motility. These pathways highlight PIKE's involvement in essential cellular processes.
The abnormal regulation of PIKE links to specific conditions such as cancer and schizophrenia. In cancer altered PIKE activity contributes to tumorigenesis through its interaction with growth-related proteins including Akt. In schizophrenia changes in PIKE expression or function can affect neural signaling pathways potentially influencing cognitive and behavioral symptoms associated with the disorder. Understanding PIKE's role in these conditions could aid in developing new therapeutic strategies.