Abcam, ab226816, Anti-Integrin alpha 5 antibody

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Polyclonal Integrin alpha 5 antibody. Suitable for WB and reacts with Mouse, Rat, Human samples. Cited in 3 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human ITGA5.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse, Rat, Human,
Applications:WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human ITGA5. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.P08648

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Storage buffer-pH: 7Preservative: 0.025% Proclin 300Constituents: PBS, 20% 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.
Integrin alpha 5 also known as CD49e or ITGA5 is a subunit of the integrin family that forms heterodimers with beta 1 integrin. It has an approximate mass of 130 kDa. This protein mainly expresses in various tissues including fibroblasts endothelial cells and certain epithelial cells. Integrin alpha 5 mediates cell adhesion by binding to fibronectin an important extracellular matrix protein helping cells stay attached to their surrounding environment.
Biological function summary
Integrin alpha 5 plays a significant role in cellular processes such as migration proliferation and differentiation. It pairs with beta 1 integrin to form the alpha 5 beta 1 integrin complex. This complex facilitates the transmission of mechanical and chemical signals between the extracellular matrix and the cell interior. Integrin alpha 5 also interacts with intracellular proteins like talin and kindlin which are essential for initiating and strengthening the linkage to the actin cytoskeleton.
Pathways
Integrin alpha 5 is involved in the regulation of several critical signaling pathways. It prominently features within the MAPK/ERK pathway and the focal adhesion signaling pathway. Through these pathways integrin alpha 5 influences cell survival proliferation and migration. It interacts with proteins such as paxillin and focal adhesion kinase (FAK) within these pathways contributing to cellular responses to external stimuli.
Integrin alpha 5 is linked to conditions such as cancer and fibrosis. Overexpression or aberrant regulation of this integrin often associates with tumorigenesis particularly in breast and colorectal cancers enhancing cancer cell migration and invasion. Integrin alpha 5 is also connected to proteins like matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) which play roles in extracellular matrix remodeling and are involved in fibrotic diseases. These associations highlight the importance of integrin alpha 5 in pathological processes and its potential as a target for therapeutic intervention.