Abcam, ab239859, Anti-CaMKI antibody [EPR2217Y] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal CaMKI antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for IHC-P, WB and reacts with Human, Mouse, Rat samples. Cited in 1 publication.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR2217Y,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Mouse, Rat, Human,
Applications:WB, IHC-PSee 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:
ab239859 is the carrier-free version of
ab68234
Patented technology
Our RabMAb
technology is a patented hybridoma-based technology for making rabbit monoclonal antibodies. For details on our patents, please refer to
RabMAb® patents
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
For more information, read more on
recombinant antibodies
Conjugation ready
Our 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.
Use our
conjugation kits
for 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.
Compatibility
This product is compatible with the Maxpar
Antibody Labeling Kit from Fluidigm, without the need for antibody preparation. Maxpar
is a trademark of Fluidigm Canada Inc.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-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

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
CaMKI also known as Calcium/Calmodulin-dependent protein kinase I is a serine/threonine-specific protein kinase with an approximate molecular mass of 42 to 58 kDa depending on the isoform. It plays an important mechanical role in converting calcium signals to cellular responses through phosphorylation of various substrates. This protein is ubiquitously expressed across different tissues including brain muscle and liver where it participates in diverse cellular processes.
Biological function summary
CaMKI functions as an essential mediator within the calcium/calmodulin-dependent protein kinase family. It modifies cellular activities by phosphorylating a range of downstream targets. Although CaMKI acts separately it associates with other family members like CaMKII sharing similar biochemical responses. In neurons it influences processes like synaptic plasticity and neurotransmitter release which are vital for learning and memory.
Pathways
It interacts within the calcium-signaling pathway and the MAPK/ERK pathway. Through calcium signaling CaMKI modulates gene transcription and apoptosis often working alongside other kinases like CaMKIV. In the MAPK/ERK pathway it plays a role in regulating cellular proliferation and differentiation ensuring proper cellular responses to external stimuli.
Alterations in CaMKI activity have links to neurological and cardiovascular conditions. Dysregulation of CaMKI especially in its interaction with proteins such as synapsin I is connected to cognitive impairments like those seen in neurodegenerative diseases. Moreover its involvement in heart tissue relates it to cardiac hypertrophy where inappropriate signaling can impact heart function.