Abcam, ab152790, Recombinant Human FIP protein

Size: 10µg
Recombinant Human FIP protein is a Human Full Length protein, in the 1 to 346 aa range, expressed in Wheat germ, suitable for SDS-PAGE, ELISA, WB.
Key facts
Expression system:Wheat germ,
Tags:GST tag N-Terminus,
Applications:ELISA, WB, SDS-PAGESee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Biologically active:No,
Accession:Q15853,
Animal free:No,
Carrier free:No,
Species:Human,
Storage buffer:pH: 8Constituents: 0.79% Tris HCl, 0.31% Glutathione

Product details:
Protein previously labeled as USF2.

Properties and Storage Information:
Shipped at conditions-Dry Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions--80°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions--80°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.
FIP also known as Family Interacting Protein or Optineurin is a multifunctional protein with a mass of approximately 66 kDa. It is expressed in various tissues with the highest levels in the heart brain and skeletal muscles. FIP functions mechanically as a scaffold protein interacting with a variety of cellular partners to regulate numerous processes. It contains multiple domains that allow it to bind to other proteins and influence cellular signaling pathways.
Biological function summary
FIP impacts cell signaling vesicle trafficking and inflammation. It often participates as a part of larger protein complexes aiding in the fine-tuning of cellular responses. FIP acts as an important mediator in autophagy assisting in the degradation of damaged cellular components. The protein also modulates the inflammatory response by interacting with signaling molecules impacting pathways like NF-kB signaling and mitigating excessive inflammation.
Pathways
FIP influences cellular homeostasis and immune responses. It plays a significant role in the NF-kB signaling pathway which regulates immune responses and cell survival. FIP forms interactions with proteins such as RIPK1 and ubiquitin chains affecting downstream signaling events. Additionally it participates in the autophagy pathway collaborating with proteins like LC3 to mediate the clearance of cellular debris which is critical for maintaining cellular health.
Aberrations in FIP function have been associated with glaucoma and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). In glaucoma mutations in FIP are connected to altered autophagic processes impacting optic nerve health. The protein also interacts with TBK1 another factor linked to variations in immune and inflammatory responses contributing to the disease. Furthermore in ALS dysregulation in FIP’s regulatory role in autophagy and inflammation might accelerate neuronal degeneration highlighting its potential as a target for therapeutic intervention.