Abcam, ab322239, Alexa Fluor® 488 Anti-Perilipin-1 antibody [EPR3753(2)]

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal Perilipin-1 antibody - conjugated to Alexa Fluor® 488. Suitable for ICC/IF and reacts with Human, Mouse samples.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR3753(2),
Isotype:IgG,
Conjugation:Alexa Fluor® 488,
Excitation/Emission:Ex: 495nm, Em: 519nm,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human, Mouse,
Applications: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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- High batch-to-batch consistency and reproducibility
- Improved sensitivity and specificity
- Long-term security of supply
- Animal-free batch production
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Alexa Fluor® is a registered trademark of Molecular Probes, Inc, a Thermo Fisher Scientific Company. The Alexa Fluor® dye included in this product is provided under an intellectual property license from Life Technologies Corporation. As this product contains the Alexa Fluor® dye, the purchase of this product conveys to the buyer the non-transferable right to use the purchased product and components of the product only in research conducted by the buyer (whether the buyer is an academic or for-profit entity). As this product contains the Alexa Fluor® dye the sale of this product is expressly conditioned on the buyer not using the product or its components, or any materials made using the product or its components, in any activity to generate revenue, which may include, but is not limited to use of the product or its components: in manufacturing; (ii) to provide a service, information, or data in return for payment (iii) for therapeutic, diagnostic or prophylactic purposes; or (iv) for resale, regardless of whether they are sold for use in research. For information on purchasing a license to this product for purposes other than research, contact Life Technologies Corporation, 5781 Van Allen Way, Carlsbad, CA 92008 USA or outlicensing@thermofisher.com.

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.
Perilipin-1 also known as PLIN1 is a protein with a mass of approximately 57 kDa. It plays an important role in lipid metabolism within adipose tissue. This protein is mainly found in adipocytes where it coats lipid droplets. By controlling the access of lipases to the lipid core Perilipin-1 regulates lipolysis. It prevents unnecessary breakdown of lipids by acting as a barrier and ensuring the protection and storage of energy reserves. This targeted regulation is important for maintaining energy homeostasis in the body.
Biological function summary
Perilipin-1 influences cellular energy balance and fat storage. It is an important member of the PAT family of proteins which includes perilipin A. Perilipin-1 does not typically form part of a larger protein complex; however it works closely with other proteins on the surface of lipid droplets. Its presence on the droplet surface is essential for controlling lipid mobilization particularly during fasting or energy-deprived states when organisms require a mechanism to access stored energy efficiently.
Pathways
The activity of Perilipin-1 is important in the lipolytic pathway. This pathway is involved in hydrolyzing stored triglycerides into free fatty acids and glycerol an essential process in energy metabolism. Perilipin-1 acts in tandem with hormone-sensitive lipase (HSL) to regulate this pathway. Upon activation by adrenaline or other stimuli perilipin-1 undergoes phosphorylation which in turn facilitates HSL translocation to the lipid droplet and enhances lipolysis. Besides its direct role Perilipin-1 also interacts with adipose triglyceride lipase (ATGL) further impacting lipid breakdown processes.
The dysfunction of Perilipin-1 can lead to metabolic diseases like obesity and type 2 diabetes. Abnormal regulation or mutations in the Perilipin-1 gene have been observed in these conditions affecting normal lipid metabolism. Disordered Perilipin-1 function can lead to excessive lipid storage impaired energy mobilization and increased insulin resistance. Additionally Perilipin-1 interacts indirectly with other proteins such as perilipin-2 which can also influence the development of these metabolic disorders. Understanding these interactions helps in exploring therapeutic strategies aimed at targeting lipid metabolism and related diseases.