Abcam, ab236594, Anti-Dynein light chain antibody

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Polyclonal Dynein light chain antibody. Suitable for WB, IHC-P, ICC/IF and reacts with Mouse, Human samples. Cited in 1 publication. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Full Length Protein corresponding to Human DNAL4.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse, Human,
Applications:IHC-P, WB, ICC/IFSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Full Length Protein corresponding to Human DNAL4.O96015

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein G, Purification notes-Purity >95%., Storage buffer-pH: 7.4Preservative: 0.03% Proclin 300Constituents: PBS, 50% 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.
Dynein light chain also known as DLC is a component of the dynein protein complex. This complex functions as a motor protein driving cellular transport by walking along microtubules using ATP hydrolysis. Dynein light chain is small approximately 8 kDa in mass yet it plays an integral role in dynein's mechanical operation. These proteins are ubiquitously expressed throughout various tissues in eukaryotic organisms including humans where they assist in the intracellular transport of organelles proteins and RNA.
Biological function summary
Dynein light chain is essential for the function and stability of the dynein motor complex which also includes heavy chains intermediate chains and other light chains. The dynein complex mediates the retrograde transport along axons and is involved in cell division by contributing to spindle positioning. Dynein light chain binds to cargo adaptor proteins and helps the dynein complex anchor to various cellular structures ensuring targeted transport within the cell.
Pathways
The dynein light chain plays an important role in the intracellular transport pathway particularly in vesicle trafficking and organelle positioning. It interacts with key proteins such as dynactin an important cofactor that enhances dynein's motor function and cargo binding. Additionally dynein light chain participates in mitotic spindle orientation collaborating with proteins like LIS1 to ensure proper chromosome segregation during mitosis.
Dysregulation of dynein light chain function is linked to neurodegenerative conditions such as Huntington's disease and motor neuron disorders. Alterations in dynein-mediated transport can lead to the accumulation of protein aggregates and impaired neural function. In Huntington's disease this disruption affects the dynein and dynactin interaction contributing to neuronal dysfunction and cell death. Dynein light chain's efficiency and integrity also intersect with LIS1 in lissencephaly where reduced dynein activity can result in abnormal neuronal migration and brain structure abnormalities.