Abcam, ab230807, Anti-IPPK/IPK1 antibody [EPR20893-54]

Size: 100µL / 1mL
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal IPPK/IPK1 antibody. Suitable for IP, WB, Flow Cyt (Intra) and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 1 publication.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR20893-54,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:Flow Cyt (Intra), IP, WBSee 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:
Patented technology
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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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Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-pH: 7.2 - 7.4Preservative: 0.01% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 40% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 0.05% 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.
The protein Inositol (13456)-pentakisphosphate 2-kinase commonly known as IPPK or IPK1 plays an important role in the phosphorylation of inositol phosphates. IPPK catalyzes the conversion of inositol pentakisphosphate (IP5) to inositol hexakisphosphate (IP6). This protein has a molecular mass of around 44 kDa. It is prominently expressed in the brain kidney and pancreas suggesting a broad importance across different tissues.
Biological function summary
IPPK contributes to the regulation of inositol phosphate metabolism. It does not act in isolation but as part of a network involving inositol polyphosphate kinases and phosphatases that help maintain cellular processes such as signal transduction and ion homeostasis. Although IPPK doesn't form part of a larger complex its activity impacts various cell signaling pathways by altering the levels of its substrate and product.
Pathways
IPPK participates significantly in the phosphoinositide signaling pathway impacting processes such as cellular growth survival and apoptosis. This pathway also involves PI3Ks and PTEN which are critical in signal transduction. Moreover IPPK indirectly influences the synthesis of IP7 regulated by inositol hexakisphosphate kinases integrating its function into broader metabolic pathways.
IPPK has associations with pathologies like cancer and metabolic disorders. Abnormal activity or expression levels of IPPK can alter cellular signaling pathways which might lead to tumorigenesis or metabolic syndrome. It closely interacts with proteins such as mTOR highlighting its role in cancer pathways and PI3K/AKT pathway dysregulation common in metabolic disorders.