Abcam, ab124375, Anti-PTP1B antibody [OTI1D10]

Size: 100µL
Mouse Monoclonal PTP1B antibody. Suitable for WB, ICC/IF, Flow Cyt (Intra), IHC-P and reacts with African green monkey, Dog, Rat, Transfected cell lysate - Human, Human, Recombinant fragment - Human, Transfected cell line - Human samples. Cited in 3 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Full Length Protein corresponding to Human PTPN1.
Key facts
Host species:Mouse,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:OTI1D10,
Isotype:IgG2a,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Rat, Dog, Human, African green monkey,
Applications:WB, ICC/IF, IHC-P, Flow Cyt (Intra)See reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Full Length Protein corresponding to Human PTPN1.P18031

Product details:
The clone number has been updated from 1D10 to OTI1D10, both clone numbers name the same clone.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification, Purification notes-Purified from cell culture supernatant by affinity chromatography, Storage buffer-pH: 7.3Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 50% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 1% BSA, 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.
Protein tyrosine phosphatase 1B (PTP1B) is an enzyme involved in the dephosphorylation of tyrosine residues in proteins. Known also as PTPN1 this protein has a molecular weight of approximately 50 kDa. PTP1B is widely expressed in tissues but is highly present in the liver muscle and adipose tissue. It plays a critical role in regulating signal transduction pathways by removing phosphate groups from phosphotyrosine residues on target proteins. This action generally serves as a 'turn-off' switch for various signaling pathways.
Biological function summary
PTP1B plays important roles in glucose and lipid metabolism. It is not generally considered a part of a complex functioning instead as a singular enzyme. Its main action involves the negative regulation of the insulin signaling pathway by dephosphorylating the insulin receptor as well as its associated substrates. This regulation helps maintain normal levels of insulin sensitivity influencing cellular glucose uptake and metabolism.
Pathways
PTP1B has important functions in the insulin and leptin signaling pathways. It has a regulatory influence in these pathways affecting key metabolic processes. In the insulin signaling pathway PTP1B closely interacts with the insulin receptor as well as with insulin receptor substrates (IRS). Its dephosphorylating activity can lead to decreased insulin sensitivity. In the leptin pathway PTP1B modulates leptin signaling by dephosphorylating the Janus kinase 2 (JAK2) another protein involved in the control of energy balance and metabolism.
Excessive activity of PTP1B links with disorders such as type 2 diabetes and obesity. Overactivity of PTP1B can lead to insulin resistance contributing to the pathogenesis of type 2 diabetes. In obesity PTP1B may interfere with the normal activity of leptin a hormone critical for regulating energy balance. Its interaction with the insulin receptor and JAK2 makes PTP1B a target for therapeutic interventions aimed at improving insulin sensitivity and energy homeostasis.