Abcam, ab249258, Anti-ALDH1A2 antibody [EPR9370] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal ALDH1A2 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for WB and reacts with Human, Mouse, Rat samples. Cited in 1 publication.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR9370,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Mouse, Rat, Human,
Applications:WBSee 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:
ab249258 is the carrier-free version of
ab156019
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.
ALDH1A2 also known as Retinaldehyde Dehydrogenase 2 (RALDH2) is an enzyme that plays an important role in the metabolic conversion of retinaldehyde to retinoic acid a bioactive form of vitamin A. It has a known mass of approximately 56 kDa. ALDH1A2 has high expression in multiple tissues including the liver pancreas and various types of epithelial cells. This enzyme is cytosolic actively contributing to local retinoid metabolism.
Biological function summary
ALDH1A2 is essential in embryonic development and tissue differentiation. It acts by regulating the levels of retinoic acid necessary for directing gene expression. ALDH1A2 activity is not known to be part of a complex but interacts with other retinoid-binding proteins to achieve its functions. It orchestrates cellular processes by modulating growth factors that are sensitive to retinoic acid.
Pathways
ALDH1A2 is a participant in the retinol metabolism pathway and the broader RA-signaling pathway. It ensures the generation of retinoic acid critical for gene regulation within these pathways. RALDH2's activity is closely related to other dehydrogenases and aldehyde oxidases that contribute to retinoid homeostasis. The interplay with these proteins emphasizes its role in ensuring a balanced retinoic acid supply.
ALDH1A2 has been implicated in conditions such as congenital diaphragmatic hernia and certain cancer types like breast cancer. Aberrant regulation or mutations in ALDH1A2 can lead to altered retinoic acid levels affecting cell proliferation and differentiation pathways. Networks involving ALDH1A2 with proteins like CYP26B1 responsible for retinoic acid catabolism highlight its involvement in these medical conditions.