Abcam, ab97454, Anti-ASPA antibody

Size: 50µL
Anti-ASPA antibody (ab97454) is a rabbit polyclonal antibody detecting ASPA in Western Blot, IHC-P . Suitable for Human . - Trusted since 2010
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:IHC-P, ICC/IF, WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human ASPA aa 1-300. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.P45381

Product details:
What is this antibody validated in?
Anti-ASPA antibody (ab97454) is a rabbit polyclonal antibody and is validated for use in Western Blot (WB), Immunohistochemistry (IHC-P) in Human samples.
What is the molecular weight of ASPA?
Anti-ASPA (ab97454) specifically detects a band for ASPA (UniProt: P45381) at a molecular weight of 36kDa.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Storage buffer-pH: 7Preservative: 0.025% Proclin 300Constituents: PBS, 20% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 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.
Aspartoacylase also known by its abbreviation ASPA is an enzyme that breaks down N-acetyl-L-aspartate into aspartate and acetate. It has a mass of about 60 kDa. ASPA is highly expressed in the brain especially in oligodendrocytes which are a type of central nervous system cell responsible for producing the myelin sheath that surrounds nerve cells. Its enzymatic activity is dependent on divalent metal ions which are required for its function.
Biological function summary
ASPA plays an important role in myelin sheath maintenance and acetate metabolism. This protein doesn't form part of a complex but acts independently in the cytoplasm and peroxisomes of cells. Its function is significant for the provision of acetate for lipid synthesis which is necessary for myelin production. By regulating N-acetyl-L-aspartate levels in the brain ASPA activity is linked directly to protecting nerve cells' structural integrity.
Pathways
The ASPA enzyme is involved in the aspartate and acetyl-CoA pathways which are central to cellular energy balance and lipid metabolism. Its enzymatic role facilitates the recycling of acetate which is vital to the synthesis of myelin lipids. The relationship of ASPA with enzymes like acetyl-CoA synthetase highlights its involvement in broader biochemical pathways fundamental to cell metabolism and growth.
Deficiencies in ASPA are linked to Canavan disease a rare and inherited neurodegenerative condition characterized by white matter sponginess and loss of motor skills. This disorder results from mutations in the ASPA gene leading to dysfunctional enzyme activity. Additionally changes in ASPA expression levels might contribute to demyelinating disorders where proteins like myelin basic protein are also often involved making ASPA an important target for studies exploring nervous system diseases.