{"product_id":"abcam-ab235625","title":"Abcam, ab235625, Anti-Connexin 43 \/ GJA1 antibody [EPR21153] - BSA and Azide free","description":"\u003cp\u003eSize: 100µg \/ 1mg\u003cbr\u003e\nRabbit Recombinant Monoclonal Connexin 43 \/ GJA1 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for IP, WB, IHC-P and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 1 publication.\u003cbr\u003e\nKey facts\u003cbr\u003e\nHost species:Rabbit,\u003cbr\u003e\nClonality:Monoclonal,\u003cbr\u003e\nClone number:EPR21153,\u003cbr\u003e\nIsotype:IgG,\u003cbr\u003e\nCarrier free:Yes,\u003cbr\u003e\nReacts with:Human,\u003cbr\u003e\nApplications:IHC-P, WB, IPSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,\u003cbr\u003e\nImmunogen:The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProduct details:\u003cbr\u003e\nab235625 is the carrier-free version of\u003cbr\u003e\nab217676\u003cbr\u003e\nPatented technology\u003cbr\u003e\nOur RabMAb\u003cbr\u003e\ntechnology is a patented hybridoma-based technology for making rabbit monoclonal antibodies. For details on our patents, please refer to\u003cbr\u003e\nRabMAb® patents\u003cbr\u003e\nWhat are the advantages of a recombinant monoclonal antibody?\u003cbr\u003e\nThis product is a recombinant monoclonal antibody, which offers several advantages including:\u003cbr\u003e\n- High batch-to-batch consistency and reproducibility\u003cbr\u003e\n- Improved sensitivity and specificity\u003cbr\u003e\n- Long-term security of supply\u003cbr\u003e\n- Animal-free batch production\u003cbr\u003e\nFor more information, read more on\u003cbr\u003e\nrecombinant antibodies\u003cbr\u003e\nConjugation ready\u003cbr\u003e\nOur carrier-free antibodies are typically supplied in a PBS-only formulation, purified and free of BSA, sodium azide and glycerol. This conjugation-ready format is designed for use with fluorochromes, metal isotopes, oligonucleotides, and enzymes, which makes them ideal for antibody labelling, functional and cell-based assays, flow-based assays (e.g. mass cytometry) and Multiplex Imaging applications.\u003cbr\u003e\nUse our\u003cbr\u003e\nconjugation kits\u003cbr\u003e\nfor antibody conjugates that are ready-to-use in as little as 20 minutes with 1 minute hands-on-time and 100% antibody recovery: available for fluorescent dyes, HRP, biotin and gold.\u003cbr\u003e\nCompatibility\u003cbr\u003e\nThis product is compatible with the Maxpar\u003cbr\u003e\nAntibody Labeling Kit from Fluidigm, without the need for antibody preparation. Maxpar\u003cbr\u003e\nis a trademark of Fluidigm Canada Inc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProperties and Storage Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nForm-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-pH: 7.2 - 7.4Constituents: PBS, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions-+4°C, Storage information-Do Not Freeze\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupplementary Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nThis supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.\u003cbr\u003e\nConnexin 43 also known as GJA1 is a protein that plays an important role in cell communication through gap junctions. It has a molecular weight of approximately 43 kDa. Connexin 43 gets expressed in various tissues including the heart and brain where it facilitates cellular signaling. This protein integrates into cell membranes to form gap junction channels allowing direct transfer of ions and small molecules between adjacent cells. Researchers often use techniques such as Western blot to detect Connexin 43 expression levels in studies of cellular communications.\u003cbr\u003e\nBiological function summary\u003cbr\u003e\nThis protein facilitates electrical and chemical coupling between cells by forming intercellular channels. These channels arise from the assembly of six Connexin 43 subunits into hemichannels which dock with hemichannels on neighboring cells. This protein has a critical component in the cardiac and neural tissues where rapid communication is essential for proper function. Connexin 43 engages in complex assemblies with other connexins enhancing its role in synchronizing cell activities.\u003cbr\u003e\nPathways\u003cbr\u003e\nConnexin 43 significantly influences signal transduction processes. It acts within the MAPK signaling pathway which impacts cellular responses such as growth and differentiation. Additionally this protein plays a role in calcium signaling a pathway important for muscle contraction and neurotransmitter release. Interacting proteins like Connexin 30 and Connexin 45 further regulate these pathways affecting the amplitude and duration of signaling.\u003cbr\u003e\nConnexin 43 has been linked to cardiac arrhythmias and some forms of cancer. Mutations or altered expression of Connexin 43 can disrupt the electrical conduction in cardiac tissue leading to arrhythmogenic conditions. Research suggests an association with proteins like ZO-1 and Connexin 37 which may affect cell proliferation and migration in cancerous tissues. Understanding these connections highlights Connexin 43's potential as a target for therapeutic interventions in related diseases.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Abcam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46860393119913,"sku":"ab235625","price":0.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/iright.com\/es\/products\/abcam-ab235625","provider":"Iright","version":"1.0","type":"link"}