Abcam, ab154852, Anti-PC4 antibody [EPR9281]

Size: 100µL / 1mL
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal PC4 antibody. Suitable for IP, WB, ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 2 publications.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR9281,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:IP, WB, ICC/IFSee 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:
Species reactivity
Mouse, Rat: We have preliminary internal testing data to indicate this antibody may not react with these species.
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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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Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-pH: 7.2 - 7.4Preservative: 0.01% Sodium azideConstituents: 50% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 0.05% BSA, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage duration-1-2 weeks, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions--20°C, Aliquoting information-Upon delivery aliquot, Storage information-Stable for 12 months at -20°C

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
PC4 also known as Sub1 is a transcriptional coactivator protein. Its molecular weight is approximately 20 kDa. The protein is expressed in various tissues with particularly high expression in the liver and heart. PC4 facilitates transcription by interacting with basal transcription factors. It bonds with single-stranded DNA enhancing RNA polymerase II's ability to start transcription.
Biological function summary
Many experts note PC4's significant role in transcriptional regulation and chromatin structure dynamics. It operates as part of a multifunctional complex that regulates gene expression. PC4 stabilizes transcriptional pre-initiation complexes which helps initiate gene transcription. Its capacity to modulate chromatin can also impact DNA repair and replication processes emphasizing its diverse roles beyond transcriptional activation.
Pathways
Transcription regulation processes often feature PC4 prominently. It interacts within the transcriptional machinery alongside proteins such as TFIIB and TFIIH. Additionally PC4 participates in chromatin remodeling pathways which affect DNA accessibility and gene transcription. This protein's interaction with other transcription factors establishes it as a versatile component in gene expression pathways.
Researchers link PC4 to cancer and cardiac hypertrophy. In cancer PC4 can influence oncogene activation and tumor suppressor pathways interacting with proteins like p53 in these contexts. Studies also suggest PC4 involvement in cardiac hypertrophy by affecting genes associated with heart muscle enlargement where it functions alongside other cardiac stress-responsive proteins. These associations highlight PC4's potential as a therapeutic target in various pathologies.