Abcam, ab34726, Anti-VDAC1/Porin antibody - Mitochondrial Loading Control

Size: 100µg
Rabbit Polyclonal VDAC1/Porin antibody. Suitable for IHC-P, WB and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 71 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human VDAC1 aa 150-200.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:IHC-P, WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Synthetic Peptide within Human VDAC1 aa 150-200. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.P21796,
Specificity:Anti-VDAC/Porin Antibody is directed against human VDAC1/Porin1 protein. A BLAST analysis was used to suggest that this antibody would react with VDAC1/Porin1 from a wide range or organisms, including avian, mammalian, aquatic and reptilian sources based on 100% homology for the immunogen sequence. Cross reactivity will occur with all forms of VDACs including VDAC1, VDAC2 (4 isoforms) and VDAC3 (2 isoforms). Such broad reactivity makes this antibody useful as an excellent loading control (mitochondrial).

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Purification notes-This antibody was affinity purified from monospecific antiserum., Storage buffer-pH: 7.2Preservative: 0.01% Sodium azideConstituents: 0.88% Sodium chloride, 0.424% Potassium phosphate solution, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, 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

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
VDAC1 also known as Voltage-Dependent Anion Channel 1 or Porin is a channel protein with a mass around 31 kDa. It is located in the outer mitochondrial membrane and is express widely in various tissues. This protein forms a channel that allows the transport of metabolites and ions playing an important role in regulating energy and metabolic exchange between the mitochondria and the rest of the cell. Scientists often study it as a significant focus in cellular bioenergetics and apoptosis research.
Biological function summary
VDAC1 acts as a pore-forming unit within the mitochondrial membrane allowing for the passage of small hydrophilic molecules. It is not part of a larger complex but works closely with other proteins to maintain mitochondrial function. VDAC1 regulates the entry and exit of proteins and ions essential for mitochondrial homeostasis and cellular energy production. By controlling the exchange of inorganic phosphate adenine nucleotides and Ca2+ VDAC1 influences both mitochondrial and cellular metabolism.
Pathways
VDAC1 is involved in apoptosis and energy production pathways. It associates with proteins such as the Bcl-2 family in the apoptosis pathway influencing cell survival and programmed cell death. In energy production VDAC1 works in conjunction with the adenine nucleotide translocase facilitating ATP and ADP exchanges that are critical for maintaining cellular energy levels.
VDAC1 has a connection to cancer and neurodegenerative diseases. Upregulation or dysfunction of VDAC1 is observed in various cancers where it affects mitochondrial apoptosis regulation linked often with Bcl-2 anti-apoptotic proteins. In neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s alterations in VDAC1 expression and function can disrupt mitochondrial permeability. This interaction can result in disturbed neuronal energy metabolism often associated with amyloid precursor protein and its derivatives.