Abcam, ab239037, Anti-WNK2 antibody

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Polyclonal WNK2 antibody. Suitable for IHC-P, ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 2 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human WNK2 aa 1150-1500.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:IHC-P, ICC/IFSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human WNK2 aa 1150-1500. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.Q9Y3S1

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein G, Purification notes-Purity greater than 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.
WNK2 also known as With No Lysine (K) Kinase 2 is a serine/threonine kinase weighing approximately 250 kDa. It plays a critical role in regulating ion transport by modulating various ion channels and transporters. WNK2 is expressed in several tissues with higher expression in the central nervous system and some epithelial tissues. This kinase operates through interacting with other proteins and enzymes to facilitate its functional role in cellular processes.
Biological function summary
WNK2 contributes to cellular signaling and volume regulation. It does not form part of a complex itself but its function gets integrated through its interaction with pathways affecting cytoskeleton dynamics and cell survival. WNK2’s phosphorylation activity helps in reorganizing cellular components and aids cells in adapting to osmotic stress therefore supporting cellular homeostasis.
Pathways
Several interacting molecules highlight the significance of WNK2 in signal transduction. WNK2’s role involves the MAPK/ERK pathway where it cooperates with STE20 and other kinases to relay signals from the cell surface to the nucleus. This interaction influences cell proliferation and differentiation shedding light on WNK2's contribution to the regulation of growth signals. Another important pathway involving WNK2 is the regulation of sodium and potassium balance through its communication with related kinases like WNK1 and WNK4.
WNK2’s malfunction has links to conditions like hypertension and cancer. Abnormalities in WNK2 expression or activity can lead to altered cellular homeostasis and excessive cell proliferation which get commonly observed in various types of cancer. Dysregulation in WNK2 activity also relates to hypertension where it affects sodium and water retention partly through interaction with kinases such as WNK3. Understanding these connections can prove valuable in developing interventions targeting these diseases.