Abcam, ab174322, Anti-Profilin 2 antibody [EPR11030]

Size: 100µL / 1mL
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal Profilin 2 antibody. Suitable for IP, WB and reacts with Human, Mouse, Rat samples. Cited in 3 publications.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR11030,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:IP, WBSee 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:
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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, 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 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-Avoid freeze / thaw cycle

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
Profilin 2 also known as PFN2 is an actin-binding protein with an important role in the regulation of the actin cytoskeleton. With a molecular weight of around 14 kDa it is expressed in tissues such as the brain and muscle where it contributes to dynamic cellular processes such as cell movement and shape maintenance. PFN2 binds not only to actin but also to phosphatidylinositol 45-bisphosphate mediating the sequestration and availability of actin monomers essential for actin polymerization.
Biological function summary
Profilin 2 regulates actin dynamics essential for cellular processes like membrane trafficking and signal transduction. It is not typically known to be part of an extensive protein complex but interacts with other proteins including members of the Arp2/3 complex to promote actin filament nucleation and branching. This regulation impacts processes like vesicle transport particularly in neuronal cells where Profilin 2 influences synaptic function and plasticity.
Pathways
Actin dynamics controlled by Profilin 2 play significant roles in both the Rho GTPase and PI3K/AKT signaling pathways. In these pathways Profilin 2 interfaces with Rho-related proteins to modulate the actin cytoskeleton impacting cell adhesion and movement. Its interaction with PI3K elements contributes to cell growth and survival signals aligning Profilin 2's functions with cellular responses to environmental cues.
Abnormalities in Profilin 2 expression or function have been linked to neurological disorders such as schizophrenia and neurodegenerative diseases like Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). In these conditions Profilin 2’s interactions with cytoskeletal proteins such as cofilin and tau could disrupt normal neuronal functions and synaptic stability. Its deregulation resulting in misbalanced actin dynamics contributes to the pathology observed in affected neuronal circuits.