Abcam, ab476, Anti-Blooms Syndrome Protein Blm antibody

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Polyclonal Blooms Syndrome Protein Blm antibody. Suitable for IP, WB and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 36 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human BLM.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:WB, IPSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human BLM. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.P54132

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purity-Whole antiserum, Storage buffer-Preservative: 0.05% Sodium azide, 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

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
Blooms Syndrome Protein often abbreviated as BLM functions as a DNA helicase with a mass of approximately 141 kDa. BLM unwinds the DNA duplex important for genomic stability during replication and repair processes. This protein sometimes referred to as Bloom's Protein is expressed in various human tissues with higher levels in proliferating cells. BLM participates actively in the maintenance of genome integrity by resolving recombination intermediates and preventing crossover events.
Biological function summary
The BLM helicase acts as a critical player in the maintenance of chromosomal stability. It forms part of a complex known as the BLM complex which includes topoisomerase IIIα RMI1 and RMI2. This complex participates in homologous recombination repair ensuring proper disjunction of intertwined DNA and preventing excessive sister chromatid exchanges. This function is essential for preventing genomic instability which may lead to cell dysfunction or malignancies.
Pathways
The BLM protein associates with the DNA damage response and homologous recombination repair pathways. BLM interacts directly with components of the BRCA1-associated genome surveillance complex and indirectly with the ATM-dependent DNA damage signaling pathways to coordinate DNA repair processes. Its cooperation with proteins like RAD51 is integral for efficient DNA repair and recovery during replication stress conditions.
Bloom Syndrome directly relates to mutations or dysfunction in BLM. This rare genetic disorder leads to increased susceptibility to various cancers due to high rates of genomic instability and sister chromatid exchanges. In addition anomalies in BLM function may connect it to Werner syndrome where increased genomic instability is observed. Both conditions highlight BLM's role in safeguarding genome integrity and its critical interactions with proteins such as WRN helicase affecting cellular aging and carcinogenesis pathways.