Abcam, ab73593, Anti-Glutamine Synthetase antibody

Size: 100µg
Anti-Glutamine Synthetase antibody (ab73593) is a rabbit polyclonal antibody detecting Glutamine Synthetase in Western Blot, IHC-P, ICC/IF . Suitable for Common marmoset, Human, Mouse, Rat . - Over 80 publications - Trusted since 2009
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse, Rat, Human, Common marmoset,
Applications:ICC/IF, WB, IHC-PSee 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.,
Specificity:Replenishment batches of our polyclonal antibody, ab73593 are tested in IHC-P. Previous batches were additionally validated in ICC/IF and WB. These applications are still expected to work and are covered by our Abpromise guarantee. You may also be interested in our alternative recombinant antibody, ab176562.

Product details:
Product Specifications
Anti-Glutamine Synthetase antibody (ab73593) is a rabbit polyclonal antibody and is validated for use in ICC/IF, IHC-P, WB in common marmoset, human, mouse, rat samples.
Anti-Glutamine Synthetase antibody (ab73593) specifically detects Glutamine Synthetase (UniProt ID: P15105; Molecular weight: 42kDa) and is sold in 100 µg selling sizes.
Quality and Validation
Abcam's high quality validation processes ensure Anti-Glutamine Synthetase antibody (ab73593) has high sensitivity and specificity.
Anti-Glutamine Synthetase antibody (ab73593) has been cited over 85 times in peer reviewed journals and is trusted by the scientific community.
Anti-Glutamine Synthetase antibody (ab73593) has 21 independent reviews from customers.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Storage buffer-pH: 7.4Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 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

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
Glutamine synthetase also known as glutamine s synthetase or glnA is an enzyme that catalyzes the ATP-dependent conversion of glutamate and ammonia into glutamine. This reaction plays an important role in nitrogen metabolism. Glutamine synthetase has a molecular weight of approximately 620 kDa and forms a multimeric structure commonly seen in bacteria plants and animal tissues with significant expression in the brain liver and kidneys.
Biological function summary
This enzyme supports the detoxification of ammonia by incorporating it into glutamine an essential amino acid and nitrogen donor. Glutamine synthetase operates independently rather than as part of a larger protein complex. It assists in maintaining cellular nitrogen balance and facilitates the synthesis of proteins and other nitrogen-containing molecules. Glutamine peptides serve vital roles in cellular processes underlining the significance of their synthesis.
Pathways
Glutamine synthetase integrates into the glutamate and glutamine cycle between neurons and glial cells highlighting its part in neurotransmitter metabolism. It also features prominently in the urea cycle influencing nitrogen disposal in organisms. Glutamine synthetase interacts with glutaminase which assists in transforming glutamine back to glutamate maintaining a balance of nitrogenous compounds within these pathways.
Glutamine synthetase abnormalities link to hepatic encephalopathy and neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer's disease. Altered enzyme expression contributes to increased ammonia levels adversely affecting brain function. In Alzheimer's disease connections with tau and amyloid-beta proteins suggest a link between glutamine synthetase activity and neurotoxic events. Understanding these interactions may offer insights into therapeutic approaches for these conditions.