{"product_id":"abcam-ab103638","title":"Abcam, ab103638, Anti-VAPB antibody","description":"\u003cp\u003eSize: 100µg\u003cbr\u003e\nRabbit Polyclonal VAPB antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for WB and reacts with Mouse, Human samples. Cited in 3 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Full Length Protein corresponding to Human VAPB.\u003cbr\u003e\nKey facts\u003cbr\u003e\nHost species:Rabbit,\u003cbr\u003e\nClonality:Polyclonal,\u003cbr\u003e\nIsotype:IgG,\u003cbr\u003e\nCarrier free:Yes,\u003cbr\u003e\nReacts with:Mouse, Human,\u003cbr\u003e\nApplications:WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,\u003cbr\u003e\nImmunogen:Recombinant Full Length Protein corresponding to Human VAPB.O95292\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProperties and Storage Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nForm-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-pH: 7.4Constituents: PBS, 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\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupplementary Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nThis supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.\u003cbr\u003e\nVAMP-associated protein B (VAPB) also known as VAP-B is a protein with a mass of approximately 27 kDa. It plays a role in membrane trafficking and lipid transport. VAPB accomplishes this by interacting with various vesicle-associated membrane protein (VAMP) family members. It is expressed in multiple tissues including the brain liver and muscle. VAPB localizes to the endoplasmic reticulum where it facilitates its mechanical functions.\u003cbr\u003e\nBiological function summary\u003cbr\u003e\nThe protein assists in maintaining cellular homeostasis by influencing lipid transport and membrane composition. VAPB forms part of a larger protein complex that includes other lipid-binding proteins and is essential for the regulation of lipid-dependent signaling pathways. This complex allows VAPB to perform its biological functions effectively within cells.\u003cbr\u003e\nPathways\u003cbr\u003e\nVAPB participates in critical pathways like the unfolded protein response (UPR) and ER-associated degradation (ERAD). These pathways ensure proper protein folding and degradation. VAPB interacts with other important proteins such as VAMP family members to convey signals and manage lipid distribution. Disruptions in these pathways can affect cellular functions evidencing VAPB's integral role.\u003cbr\u003e\nVAPB has strong connections to certain neurodegenerative diseases such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). Mutations in the VAPB gene have been linked to the familial form of ALS impacting the protein's function and leading to disease progression. VAPB associates with proteins like TDP-43 which also play a role in neurodegenerative disease mechanisms establishing its critical involvement in these conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Abcam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46850162131113,"sku":"ab103638","price":0.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/iright.com\/products\/abcam-ab103638","provider":"Iright","version":"1.0","type":"link"}