Abcam, ab231561, Anti-FUT4 antibody

Size: 100µg
Rabbit Polyclonal FUT4 antibody. Suitable for WB, IHC-P and reacts with Mouse, Human samples. Cited in 3 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Fragment Protein within Mouse Fut4 aa 100-400.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse, Human,
Applications:IHC-P, WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Fragment Protein within Mouse Fut4 aa 100-400. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.Q11127

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Purification notes-ab231561 was purified by antigen-specific affinity chromatography followed by Protein A affinity chromatography., Storage buffer-pH: 7.4Preservative: 0.011% Proclin 300Constituents: PBS, 55.77% 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.
The FUT4 protein also known as fucosyltransferase 4 or CD15 plays an essential role in glycosylation processes by adding fucose to glycolipids and glycoproteins. This enzyme is responsible for the synthesis of Lewis X antigens. FUT4 has a molecular mass of around 44 kDa and is expressed prominently in myeloid cells such as neutrophils and monocytes. It exhibits a significant presence in the bone marrow and expressed on the surface of certain leukocytes.
Biological function summary
The activity of FUT4 is important for cell adhesion migration and immune response modulation. It helps in the formation of selectin ligands which mediate cell-to-cell interactions through the binding of selectins on endothelial cells. FUT4 does not form a larger protein complex but interacts with substrates and cofactors to achieve its function. Its role is particularly significant in the context of inflammation and hematopoiesis.
Pathways
FUT4 is involved in the biosynthesis of glycoconjugates especially influencing the E-selectin and P-selectin pathways. These pathways are integral to leukocyte trafficking during inflammatory responses. FUT4 activity shows a functional relationship with other fucosyltransferases including FUT3 and FUT5 which also participate in modifying glycolipids and glycoproteins. This makes FUT4 a part of the larger network regulating cell-surface carbohydrate structures.
FUT4 has been linked to chronic inflammatory diseases and Leukocyte Adhesion Deficiency II. Aberrations in FUT4 expression can lead to altered selectin-mediated adhesion impacting immune cell recruitment. Additionally FUT4 involvement in cancer has attracted attention as changes in its activity can impact tumor cell metastasis. It is also worthwhile to note pathways with E-selectin can influence its disease association highlighting possible therapeutic targets in E-selectin-related disorders.