Abcam, ab284700, Anti-ALDH7A1 antibody [EP1935Y] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Monoclonal ALDH7A1 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for Flow Cyt, WB, IHC-P, ICC/IF, IP and reacts with Human, Mouse, Rat samples.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EP1935Y,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Human, Mouse, Rat,
Applications:IHC-P, Flow Cyt, IP, WB, ICC/IFSee 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:
ab284700 is the carrier-free version of
ab53278
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
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.
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

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

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
ALDH7A1 also known as antiquitin is an enzyme that functions in the cellular metabolism processes specifically catalyzing the oxidation of aldehydes. It has a molecular mass of about 54 kDa and can be found expressed in various tissues including liver and brain. This enzyme is part of the aldehyde dehydrogenase family which plays significant roles in detoxifying aldehydes generated by alcohol metabolism and other metabolic activities.
Biological function summary
The role of ALDH7A1 includes the breakdown of molecules within the cellular detoxification system. As a component of the lysine catabolism pathway it acts to detoxify certain aldehydes to prevent cell damage. ALDH7A1 is not known to form part of any larger protein complex but its activity is important in maintaining nitrogen balance and energy production within the body.
Pathways
Several factors dictate the participation of ALDH7A1 in metabolic functions. This protein is involved mainly in the lysine degradation pathway where it converts α-aminoadipic semialdehyde to other metabolites needed for energy production. It interacts with associated proteins such as pyridoxal phosphate for efficient function a cofactor necessary for the enzymatic action in lysine catabolism.
Defects in ALDH7A1 can lead to pyridoxine-dependent epilepsy a rare genetic disorder caused by the accumulation of toxic metabolites due to impaired enzyme function. The disorder influences neurological development and can lead to seizures without treatment. ALDH7A1 dysfunction is also linked with aldehyde dehydrogenase liver deficiency where similarities with ALDH2 — another enzyme from the same family — can influence symptoms like alcohol sensitivity and metabolic responses.