Abcam, ab151117, Anti-OTULIN antibody

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Polyclonal OTULIN antibody. Suitable for IHC-P, WB, ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 12 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human OTULIN aa 50-200.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:IHC-P, WB, ICC/IFSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human OTULIN aa 50-200. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.Q96BN8

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Storage buffer-pH: 7.2Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 40% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 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.
OTULIN also known as OTU deubiquitinase with linear linkage specificity is a deubiquitinating enzyme that cleaves linear polyubiquitin chains from proteins. It exhibits a mass of approximately 42 kDa. OTULIN expresses widely in tissues but has higher expression in immune cells. Its mechanical action involves hydrolyzing Met1-linked ubiquitin chains which are unique among polyubiquitin linkages for being linear rather than branched.
Biological function summary
OTULIN regulates inflammation and immune signaling. It often functions as a part of the LUBAC (linear ubiquitin chain assembly complex) ensuring homeostasis by preventing excessive activation of immune responses. OTULIN’s activity modulates NF-kB signaling an important pathway for immune and inflammatory responses. The enzyme maintains this balance to prevent unwanted inflammation promoting cellular health.
Pathways
OTULIN influences both the NF-kB pathway and the Wnt signaling pathway. In the NF-kB pathway it interacts closely with proteins such as NEMO (NF-kB essential modulator) and inhibits prolonged activation by removing linear ubiquitin chains. Likewise in the Wnt pathway OTULIN's role involves the regulation of signaling having indirect effects on cell proliferation and differentiation processes. Its ability to modulate these pathways highlights its integral role in maintaining immune function and development.
OTULIN is linked to autoimmune and inflammatory conditions such as OTULIN-related autoinflammatory syndrome (ORAS) and rheumatoid arthritis. Mutations in the OTULIN gene can lead to dysregulation in inflammation indicating its significance in immune system-related diseases. Additionally through its interaction with proteins such as ubiquitin disruptions in OTULIN function may contribute to improper immune responses enhancing disease susceptibility.