{"product_id":"abcam-ab240887","title":"Abcam, ab240887, Anti-TMEM49\/VMP1 antibody - C-terminal","description":"\u003cp\u003eSize: 100µg\u003cbr\u003e\nRabbit Polyclonal TMEM49\/VMP1 antibody. C-terminal. Suitable for WB, ICC\/IF and reacts with Rat, Human samples. Cited in 2 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human VMP1 aa 350 to C-terminus.\u003cbr\u003e\nKey facts\u003cbr\u003e\nHost species:Rabbit,\u003cbr\u003e\nClonality:Polyclonal,\u003cbr\u003e\nIsotype:IgG,\u003cbr\u003e\nCarrier free:No,\u003cbr\u003e\nReacts with:Rat, Human,\u003cbr\u003e\nApplications:ICC\/IF, WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,\u003cbr\u003e\nImmunogen:Synthetic Peptide within Human VMP1 aa 350 to C-terminus. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.Q96GC9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProperties and Storage Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nForm-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Storage buffer-Preservative: 0.09% Sodium azideConstituents: 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\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupplementary Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nThis supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.\u003cbr\u003e\nTMEM49 also known as VMP1 or Vacuole Membrane Protein 1 is an integral membrane protein with a molecular mass of approximately 52 kDa. It is located primarily within the endoplasmic reticulum and the membranes of various organelles. TMEM49\/VMP1 exhibits wide expression across various tissues including the pancreas heart and skeletal muscles indicating a broad functional role in cellular processes linked to these tissues.\u003cbr\u003e\nBiological function summary\u003cbr\u003e\nThe TMEM49\/VMP1 protein plays a significant role in autophagy a cellular degradation process important for maintaining cell health. This protein is part of a complex that interacts with Beclin-1 an important player in the initiation of autophagy. By promoting the formation of autophagosomes TMEM49\/VMP1 ensures the efficient degradation of unnecessary or damaged cellular components therefore facilitating cellular homeostasis and energy balance.\u003cbr\u003e\nPathways\u003cbr\u003e\nTMEM49\/VMP1 is important for proper functionality in autophagic and pancreatic secretory pathways. In the context of autophagy VMP1 collaborates with proteins such as LC3 and ATG proteins to progress the autophagic process. Meanwhile in pancreatic secretory pathways TMEM49\/VMP1 interacts with the early secretory pathway influencing exocytosis. These pathways interact and share components highlighting the role VMP1 plays in essential cellular functions.\u003cbr\u003e\nTMEM49\/VMP1 has connections with pancreatitis and certain types of cancer. Mutations or dysregulation in VMP1 expression can contribute to the development of pancreatitis potentially through disturbances in autophagy and exocrine functions. In cancer abnormal autophagy regulation sometimes involving the VMP1-Beclin-1 complex may facilitate cancer cell survival. Understanding these interactions is important for unveiling new therapeutic targets and developing novel treatment strategies.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Abcam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854164840617,"sku":"ab240887","price":0.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/iright.com\/es\/products\/abcam-ab240887","provider":"Iright","version":"1.0","type":"link"}