Abcam, ab309972, Alexa Fluor® 594 Anti-Synapsin I - Synaptic Marker antibody [EPR23531-50]

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal Synapsin I antibody - conjugated to Alexa Fluor® 594. Synapse marker. Suitable for IHC-Fr, ICC/IF and reacts with Mouse, Rat samples.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR23531-50,
Isotype:IgG,
Conjugation:Alexa Fluor® 594,
Excitation/Emission:Ex: 590nm, Em: 617nm,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse, Rat,
Applications:IHC-Fr, 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.

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Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-pH: 7.4Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 30% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 1% BSA, 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, Store in the dark

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
Synapsin I also known as SYN1 plays an important role in synaptic function. It is a phosphoprotein with a molecular mass of approximately 78 kDa. Synapsin I is expressed mainly in the neurons of the central nervous system (CNS). It binds to synaptic vesicles and actin cytoskeleton which suggests that it functions in modulating neurotransmitter release at the presynaptic terminals. This modulation occurs as synapsin I undergoes phosphorylation which is critical for its activity.
Biological function summary
Synapsin I influences synaptic plasticity and is part of the synaptic vesicle trafficking complex. In its dephosphorylated state Synapsin I associates with synaptic vesicles anchoring them to the actin cytoskeleton. Upon phosphorylation Synapsin I changes conformation causing vesicles to mobilize. This activity supports the modulation of neurotransmitter release impacting learning and memory functions.
Pathways
Synapsin I participates significantly in the neurotransmitter release cycle and synaptic vesicle trafficking pathway. Protein kinase A (PKA) and Ca2+/calmodulin-dependent protein kinase II (CaMKII) regulate its phosphorylation affecting how Synapsin I contributes to vesicle release. The phosphorylation of Synapsin I at sites such as serine 9 enables its interaction with other proteins like actin and spectrin facilitating vesicle movement.
Altered Synapsin I expression associates with neurological conditions like epilepsy and schizophrenia. In epilepsy dysregulation of Synapsin I phosphorylation processes can result in imbalanced neurotransmitter release potentially leading to seizures. Its connection to schizophrenia involves changes in synaptic plasticity which neurotransmitter systems such as dopamine and related proteins like alpha-synuclein also influence. Understanding these interactions can aid in developing therapeutic strategies.