Abcam, ab108517, Anti-IP3 receptor antibody [EPR4537]

Size: 100µL / 1mL
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal IP3 receptor antibody. Suitable for IP, WB, IHC-P and reacts with Mouse, Rat, Human samples. Cited in 16 publications.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR4537,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse, Rat, Human,
Applications:IHC-P, WB, IPSee 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:
Patented technology
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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
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recombinant antibodies

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-pH: 7.2 - 7.4Preservative: 0.05% Sodium azideConstituents: 50% Tissue culture supernatant, 40% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 9.85% Tris glycine, 0.1% 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.
The IP3 receptor (IP3R) also known as inositol 145-trisphosphate receptor functions as a ligand-gated calcium channel. It plays a major role in calcium release from the endoplasmic reticulum into the cytoplasm. The IP3 receptor has a molecular mass of approximately 313 kDa. IP3 receptor expression is extensive found in various tissues including the brain liver and smooth muscle cells. It is an essential component of intracellular calcium signaling mechanisms directly activated by IP3 a secondary messenger molecule.
Biological function summary
IP3 receptor involves in various cellular processes by mediating intracellular calcium release. Upon binding of IP3 produced by phospholipase C catalysis of PIP2 the channel opens to allow calcium ions to flow into the cytosol. The IP3 receptor forms a tetrameric complex essential for its function. This complex is vital for responses in signal transduction pathways affecting T-cell activation muscle contraction and neurotransmitter release.
Pathways
IP3 receptor is central to calcium signaling and interacts with the IP3 pathway modulating cellular activities in response to different stimuli. The interaction with proteins such as TRPC3 a transient receptor potential channel integrates calcium influx. IP3 receptor also participates in the calcium/calmodulin-dependent protein kinase (CaMK) pathway impacting phosphorylation events in the cell.
Dysregulation of IP3 receptor function associates with neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's Disease due to calcium homeostasis disruption. The receptor also connects to heart diseases where abnormal calcium signaling can lead to arrhythmic conditions. The interaction between the IP3 receptor and other proteins like ryanodine receptors may exacerbate these conditions influencing cellular calcium dynamics in pathological states.