Abcam, ab310180, Alexa Fluor® 647 Anti-Mitofilin antibody [EPR8749]

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal Mitofilin antibody - conjugated to Alexa Fluor® 647.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR8749,
Isotype:IgG,
Conjugation:Alexa Fluor® 647,
Excitation/Emission:Ex: 650nm, Em: 665nm,
Carrier free:No,
Applications:Antibody Labelling, Target Binding AffinitySee 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:
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
How are conjugated primary antibodies validated?
This conjugated primary antibody is released using a quantitative quality control method that evaluates binding affinity post-conjugation and efficiency of antibody labeling.
For suitable applications and species reactivity, please refer to the unconjugated version of this clone.
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: 7.4Preservative: 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.
Mitofilin also known as mitofilin or MIM is a protein with a mass of approximately 88 kDa. This protein is integral to the inner mitochondrial membrane. Mitofilin is found in various tissues with high expression in the heart and skeletal muscle indicating its significant role in energy-demanding tissues. It is the central component of the mitochondrial inner membrane organizing system (MINOS) which plays a fundamental role in maintaining the mitochondrial architecture.
Biological function summary
Within the mitochondrial environment mitofilin contributes to maintaining cristae morphology which is essential for optimal mitochondrial respiration and energy production. As part of the MINOS complex mitofilin interacts with other proteins such as Mic60 and Mic10 stabilizing the structure of crista junctions. This process ensures efficient electron transport chain function ultimately supporting ATP synthesis. Without effective shaping of the cristae cellular energy metabolism deteriorates.
Pathways
Research has highlighted the importance of mitofilin in apoptosis and bioenergetics pathways. It interacts with proteins like OPA1 a dynamin-related GTPase important for mitochondrial fusion and energy metabolism. Additionally mitofilin influences the release of cytochrome c an important step in the initiation of apoptosis. Proper functioning of these pathways is critical for cellular balance and survival showing mitofilin’s broad impact on cellular processes.
Mitofilin has links to mitochondrial myopathies and cardiomyopathies. These disorders stem from impaired mitochondrial function significantly affecting muscle tissues and heart performance. Disruption in mitofilin expression or function can lead to compromised energy production contributing to these conditions. Furthermore mitofilin has associations with proteins like Drp1 involved in mitochondrial dynamics and this relationship can influence the progression and severity of mitochondrial-related diseases.