Abcam, ab34721, Anti-R Phycoerythrin/rpeA antibody

Size: 100µg
Goat Polyclonal R Phycoerythrin/rpeA antibody. Suitable for IP, ID, ELISA, WB and reacts with Red Algae samples. Cited in 2 publications.
Key facts
Host species:Goat,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Red Algae,
Applications:IP, ID, ELISA, WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Specificity:This antibody will cross react with B-Phycoerythrin. Reactivity with other phycobiliproteins is unknown.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Purification notes-This antibody was purified from monospecific antiserum by immunoaffinity chromatography using a R Phycoerythrin coupled to agarose beads followed by solid phase adsorption(s) to remove any unwanted reactivities., Storage buffer-pH: 7.2 Preservative: 0.01% Sodium azide Constituents: 0.88% Sodium chloride, 0.424% Potassium phosphate solution, 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

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
R Phycoerythrin also known as rpeA is a light-harvesting protein found mainly in red algae and cyanobacteria. It plays a mechanical role in collecting light energy and assisting in photosynthesis. R Phycoerythrin features a mass of approximately 240 kDa and expresses primarily within the cells of these aquatic organisms. Its bright red color and fluorescence make it important in various biotechnological applications including bioimaging and flow cytometry.
Biological function summary
This chromoprotein functions as part of the phycobilisome complex serving as an accessory pigment that captures light and transfers energy to chlorophyll. This complex enhances the efficiency of photosynthesis by expanding the range of light wavelengths that organisms can use. The phycobilisome complex attaches to the thylakoid membranes aiding in the capture and channeling of light energy. Given these capabilities R Phycoerythrin proves to be an important component in maximizing photonic energy conversion within these photosynthetic organisms.
Pathways
R Phycoerythrin plays an important part in the photosynthetic light-harvesting pathway where it directly transmits energy to photosystem II. It engages with other proteins such as allophycocyanin and chlorophyll-binding proteins to optimize the capture of light. This efficient pathway enables organisms to perform photosynthesis even under low-light conditions ensuring survival in diverse aquatic environments.
Abnormal expressions or malfunctions within this light-harvesting system do not frequently align directly with human diseases. However R Phycoerythrin's analogous pigments in other biological contexts may offer insights into photodamage and oxidative stress-related disorders. While the absence of direct association with specific human disorders limits its direct medical implications its study aids in understanding similar conditions linked to oxidative stress and metabolic processes.