Abcam, ab196195, Alexa Fluor® 647 Anti-PDX1 antibody [EPR3358(2)]

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal PDX1 antibody - conjugated to Alexa Fluor® 647. Suitable for ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 2 publications.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR3358(2),
Isotype:IgG,
Conjugation:Alexa Fluor® 647,
Excitation/Emission:Ex: 650nm, Em: 665nm,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications: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:
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- High batch-to-batch consistency and reproducibility
- Improved sensitivity and specificity
- Long-term security of supply
- Animal-free batch production
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Patented technology
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Alexa Fluor® is a registered trademark of Molecular Probes, Inc, a Thermo Fisher Scientific Company. The Alexa Fluor® dye included in this product is provided under an intellectual property license from Life Technologies Corporation. As this product contains the Alexa Fluor® dye, the purchase of this product conveys to the buyer the non-transferable right to use the purchased product and components of the product only in research conducted by the buyer (whether the buyer is an academic or for-profit entity). As this product contains the Alexa Fluor® dye the sale of this product is expressly conditioned on the buyer not using the product or its components, or any materials made using the product or its components, in any activity to generate revenue, which may include, but is not limited to use of the product or its components: in manufacturing; (ii) to provide a service, information, or data in return for payment (iii) for therapeutic, diagnostic or prophylactic purposes; or (iv) for resale, regardless of whether they are sold for use in research. For information on purchasing a license to this product for purposes other than research, contact Life Technologies Corporation, 5781 Van Allen Way, Carlsbad, CA 92008 USA or outlicensing@thermofisher.com.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-pH: 7.4Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 30% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 1% 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, Store in the dark

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
Pancreatic duodenal homeobox 1 (PDX1) also known as insulin promoter factor 1 (IPF1) is an important transcription factor with a molecular weight of approximately 31 kDa. PDX1 plays an essential role in the development and function of the pancreas. This protein is mainly expressed in the pancreatic beta cells where it regulates gene expression linked to insulin production. Its expression also extends to the duodenum where it influences other developmental processes.
Biological function summary
PDX1 plays a critical role in pancreatic development beta-cell differentiation and insulin gene transcription. It functions as part of a protein complex that controls key aspects of beta-cell identity and function. The interactions within this complex allow PDX1 to effectively modulate pancreatic gene expression and maintain glucose homeostasis.
Pathways
PDX1 is deeply involved in the insulin secretion pathway and the regulation of glucose metabolism. It interacts with other transcription factors such as MAFA and NEUROD1 to carry out its role in these pathways. The presence of PDX1 in these pathways ensures the proper regulation of genes essential for insulin production and release connecting it to various metabolic processes.
PDX1 associates mainly with diabetes mellitus and pancreatic agenesis. Mutations or functional impairments in PDX1 affect insulin production leading to diabetes. Furthermore in pancreatic agenesis where the pancreas fails to develop PDX1 malfunctions are often implicated. PDX1 interactions with proteins like MAFA and NEUROD1 during this process are critical; alterations in these relationships can exacerbate disease states linking PDX1 to both genetic and acquired forms of pancreatic dysfunction.