Abcam, ab246328, Anti-U1-C antibody [EPR16034] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal U1-C antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for IP, WB, ICC/IF, IHC-P and reacts with Human, Rat, Mouse samples.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR16034,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Mouse, Rat, Human,
Applications:IP, ICC/IF, 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:
ab246328 is the carrier-free version of
ab192028
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.
U1-C also known as U1 small nuclear ribonucleoprotein C is a component of the U1 snRNP complex. It has a molecular mass of approximately 17 kDa and is expressed in the nucleus of eukaryotic cells. This protein plays an essential role in the spliceosome machinery which is responsible for pre-mRNA splicing. U1-C is part of a highly conserved group of proteins that engage in RNA processing and modification.
Biological function summary
U1-C interacts with U1 snRNA and other proteins to form the U1 snRNP an essential component of the spliceosome complex. The spliceosome removes introns from pre-mRNA facilitating the production of mature mRNA. U1-C stabilizes the interaction between the 5' splice site of pre-mRNA and the snRNP playing a significant part in the accuracy of splicing. Its precise function in RNA stability and processing makes it an important aspect of gene expression regulation.
Pathways
U1-C participates in the splicing pathway ensuring the correct removal of introns during RNA maturation. This protein associates closely with U1 snRNA and other spliceosomal proteins such as U1-70K. It plays a role in the regulation of alternative splicing pathways which can affect gene expression patterns. The U1-C protein indirectly influences processes like cell cycle progression and differentiation through its involvement in RNA splicing.
Malfunction or mutation of U1-C can lead to splicing abnormalities which are linked to diseases such as systemic lupus erythematosus and certain cancers. In lupus autoantibodies target the U1 snRNP complex including U1-C leading to immune system dysfunction. This association highlights the importance of U1-C in maintaining cellular and immune system homeostasis. Additionally aberrant splicing facilitated by altered U1-C function may impact oncogene or tumor suppressor pathways contributing to cancer development.