Abcam, ab128919, Anti-SMC3 antibody [EPR7984]

Size: 100µL / 1mL
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal SMC3 antibody. Suitable for IHC-P, WB and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 21 publications.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR7984,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:WB, IHC-PSee 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, Purity-Tissue culture supernatant, Storage buffer-pH: 7.2 - 7.4Preservative: 0.01% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 50% Tissue culture supernatant, 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.
SMC3 also known as Structural Maintenance of Chromosomes 3 is a core component of the cohesin complex playing a vital role in chromosomal architecture and stability. It has a molecular mass of approximately 141 kDa. SMC3 is ubiquitously expressed across various tissues and is notably abundant in proliferating cells. Using an ATPase domain SMC3 helps in the ATP-dependent binding and release of cohesin from chromatin contributing to sister chromatid cohesion during cell division.
Biological function summary
Cohesin complexes rely on SMC3 for the maintenance of chromosome cohesion condensation and repair. The protein is essential for the proper segregation of chromosomes during mitosis and meiosis. SMC3 part of the cohesin complex along with SMC1 RAD21 and SCC3 forms a ring-like structure encircling sister chromatids ensuring they remain attached until anaphase. Besides structural purposes SMC3 facilitates DNA damage response contributing to genome integrity by allowing homologous recombination.
Pathways
SMC3 is integral in the cell cycle regulation and DNA repair pathways. During the cell cycle SMC3 cooperates with SMC1 and RAD21 in the establishment of cohesin networks necessary for genome integrity. In terms of DNA repair SMC3 supports homologous recombination an important mechanism of DNA double-strand break repair. The protein interacts with PLK1 and CDK1 influencing progression through the G2/M checkpoint in response to DNA damage.
SMC3 is linked with Cornelia de Lange syndrome a developmental disorder characterized by growth and cognitive delays. Mutations in SMC3 disrupt its ability to maintain chromosome cohesion leading to defects in DNA replication and repair processes. Additionally SMC3 aberrations associate with cohesinopathies a group of diseases related to mutations in cohesin complex components like NIPBL and SMC1 highlighting SMC3's importance in genetic stability and normal development.