Abcam, ab108257, Anti-ADX antibody [EPR4629]

Size: 100µL / 1mL
Anti-ADX antibody [EPR4629] (ab108257) is a rabbit monoclonal antibody detecting ADX in Western Blot, ICC/IF . Suitable for Human, Mouse, Rat . - Biophysical QC for unrivalled batch-batch consistency
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR4629,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse, Rat, Human,
Applications:WB, ICC/IFSee 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.

Product details:
What is this antibody validated in?
Anti-ADX antibody [EPR4629] (ab108257) is a rabbit recombinant monoclonal antibody and is validated for use in Western Blot (WB), Immunocytochemistry/immunofluorescence (ICC/IF) in Human, Mouse, Rat samples.
What is the molecular weight of ADX?
Anti-ADX [EPR4629] (ab108257) specifically detects a band for ADX (UniProt: P10109) at a molecular weight of 19kDa.
Trusted by the scientific community
Anti-ADX [EPR4629] (ab108257) was first used in a scientific publication in 2011 and has been cited over 10 times in peer-reviewed journals.
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What are the advantages of a recombinant monoclonal antibody?
This product is a recombinant monoclonal antibody, which offers several advantages including:
- High batch-to-batch consistency and reproducibility
- Improved sensitivity and specificity
- Long-term security of supply
- Animal-free batch production
For more information, read more on
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Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-pH: 7.2 - 7.4Preservative: 0.01% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 40% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 0.05% BSA, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions--20°C, Storage information-Stable for 12 months at -20°C

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
Alternate names for ADX include ADX mouse and FDX1. This target is a protein with a mass of approximately 54 kDa. ADX is expressed in various tissues with a high presence in adrenal cortex and testes. Mechanically it functions as an adrenodoxin which transfers electrons in the adrenal gland mitochondria. As a small iron-sulfur protein ADX interacts with cytochrome P450 enzymes to facilitate steroidogenic reactions.
Biological function summary
ADX plays a significant role in enabling steroid biosynthesis and metabolism acting as an electron donor. ADX is an essential component of the mitochondrial cholesterol side-chain cleavage complex. This complex helps in converting cholesterol into pregnenolone initiating steroid hormone production. It is necessary for producing corticosteroids androgens and estrogens.
Pathways
ADX holds critical functions in the cholesterol and steroid biosynthesis pathways. ADX interacts with the cholesterol transport protein StAR and cytochrome P450scc both essential for initiating the conversion of cholesterol to pregnenolone. Additionally it supports the electron transfer processes necessary for the final conversion steps of various steroid hormones.
Abnormal ADX functioning connects to disorders like congenital adrenal hyperplasia and Addison's disease. These conditions are often linked with insufficient steroid hormone production. Furthermore defects or imbalances in the ADX pathway may involve related proteins such as cytochrome P450 enzymes which could lead to disrupted steroidogenesis and further complications in adrenal gland function.