Abcam, ab6036, Anti-KPNA2 antibody

Size: 100µg
Goat Polyclonal KPNA2 antibody. Suitable for Flow Cyt, WB, IHC-P, ICC/IF and reacts with Human, Rat samples. Cited in 5 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human KPNA2 aa 500 to C-terminus.
Key facts
Host species:Goat,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Rat, Human,
Applications:Flow Cyt, IHC-P, WB, ICC/IFSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Synthetic Peptide within Human KPNA2 aa 500 to C-terminus. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.P52292

Product details:
GenBank Accession Number – NP_002257.
The import of proteins into the nucleus is a process that involves at least 2 steps. The first is an energy-independent docking of the protein to the nuclear envelope and the second is an energy-dependent translocation through the nuclear pore complex. Imported proteins require a nuclear localization sequence (NLS) which generally consists of a short region of basic amino acids or 2 such regions spaced about 10 amino acids apart. Proteins involved in the first step of nuclear import have been identified in different systems. These include the Xenopus protein importin and its yeast homolog, SRP1 (a suppressor of certain temperature-sensitive mutations of RNA polymerase I in Saccharomyces cerevisiae), which bind to the NLS. KPNA2 protein interacts with the NLSs of DNA helicase Q1 and SV40 T antigen and may be involved in the nuclear transport of proteins. KPNA2 also may play a role in V(D)J recombination.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Purification notes-Purified from goat serum by ammonium sulphate precipitation followed by antigen affinity chromatography using the immunizing peptide., Storage buffer-pH: 7.3Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azideConstituents: Tris buffered saline, 0.5% BSA, 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.
KPNA2 also known as Importin subunit alpha-1 functions as a facilitator for nuclear protein import. It has a mass of about 58 kDa and resides mainly in the cytoplasm and nucleus. This protein binds with specific nuclear localization signals on cargo proteins and assists in their transport into the nucleus through the nuclear pore complex. KPNA2 expression levels vary between tissues but it often appears in higher amounts in proliferative tissues.
Biological function summary
KPNA2 plays an important role in cellular processes by forming a complex with importin beta aiding nuclear-cytoplasmic transport. This transport system is important for regulating gene expression and maintaining cellular homeostasis. KPNA2 influences the correct localization of many signaling and transcription factors impacting numerous cellular functions including cell cycle progression and DNA repair.
Pathways
KPNA2 is a critical player in the nuclear import pathway and intersects with the cell cycle regulation pathway. It is closely associated with proteins such as importin beta which together facilitate the translocation of proteins into the nucleus. KPNA2's function in importing various regulators ensures proper cell cycle progression and responds to cellular stress signals.
KPNA2 is linked to several cancers particularly breast and ovarian cancer. Its overexpression often correlates with poor prognosis in these cancers suggesting a role in tumor progression. KPNA2 interacts with oncogenic proteins like MYC and AURKA in these pathological states influencing tumor growth and survival mechanisms.