Abcam, ab97532, Anti-intestinal alkaline phosphatase antibody

Size: 50µL
Rabbit Polyclonal PPBI antibody. Suitable for WB, IHC-P and reacts with Recombinant fragment, Human, Mouse samples. Cited in 2 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human ALPI aa 1-250.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse, Human,
Applications:IHC-P, WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human ALPI aa 1-250. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.P09923

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Storage buffer-pH: 7Preservative: 0.01% Thimerosal (merthiolate)Constituents: 10% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 1.21% Tris, 0.75% Glycine, 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.
Intestinal alkaline phosphatase also known as alkaline phosphatase intestinal or intestinal ALP is an enzyme that plays an important mechanical role in dephosphorylation processes. This enzyme with a molecular weight (mw) of approximately 57 kDa is primarily expressed in the brush border of enterocytes lining the intestinal tract. It exhibits phosphatase activity by removing phosphate groups from various molecules including nucleotides proteins and alkaloids to regulate diverse physiological processes.
Biological function summary
Intestinal alkaline phosphatase is involved in maintaining gut health and homeostasis. It participates in the detoxification of lipopolysaccharides (LPS) and modulation of gut microbiota thereby reducing inflammation and protecting intestinal barrier function. This enzyme does not form part of a complex; instead it operates as a monomeric protein to execute its functions. By dephosphorylating toxins it contributes to the defense mechanisms of the intestinal mucosa aiding in the preservation of a balanced intestinal environment.
Pathways
Intestinal alkaline phosphatase is integrated into the digestive and immune pathways. Its function is closely linked with the regulation of the Toll-like receptor signaling pathway by detoxifying LPS a major outer membrane component of Gram-negative bacteria. Through this pathway it associates with proteins such as TLR4 thereby influencing immune responses and cytokine production. Additionally it plays a role in the absorption of nutrients by interacting with other digestive enzymes contributing to efficient nutrient uptake and utilization.
Intestinal alkaline phosphatase has been implicated in conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and metabolic syndrome. In inflammatory bowel disease the enzyme's ability to dephosphorylate and detoxify LPS is significant in ameliorating intestinal inflammation. Moreover an association exists between inadequate intestinal alkaline phosphatase activity and metabolic syndrome linking it to proteins such as LPS-binding protein (LBP) involved in inflammation and metabolism. Consequently this enzyme emerges as a potential therapeutic target in managing these disorders.