Abcam, ab218528, Anti-ABCG1 antibody [EP1366Y] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal ABCG1 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for WB, ICC/IF and reacts with Mouse, Rat, Human, Cow samples. Cited in 18 publications.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EP1366Y,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Mouse, Rat, Cow, Human,
Applications: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:
ab218528 is the carrier-free version of
ab52617
Patented technology
Our RabMAb
technology is a patented hybridoma-based technology for making rabbit monoclonal antibodies. For details on our patents, please refer to
RabMAb® patents
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
For more information, read more on
recombinant antibodies
Conjugation ready
Our carrier-free antibodies are typically supplied in a PBS-only formulation, purified and free of BSA, sodium azide and glycerol. This conjugation-ready format is designed for use with fluorochromes, metal isotopes, oligonucleotides, and enzymes, which makes them ideal for antibody labelling, functional and cell-based assays, flow-based assays (e.g. mass cytometry) and Multiplex Imaging applications.
Use our
conjugation kits
for antibody conjugates that are ready-to-use in as little as 20 minutes with 1 minute hands-on-time and 100% antibody recovery: available for fluorescent dyes, HRP, biotin and gold.
Compatibility
This product is compatible with the Maxpar
Antibody Labeling Kit from Fluidigm, without the need for antibody preparation. Maxpar
is a trademark of Fluidigm Canada Inc.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-pH: 7.2 - 7.4Constituents: PBS, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions-+4°C, Storage information-Do Not Freeze

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
ABCG1 also known as ATP-binding cassette sub-family G member 1 functions as a cholesterol transporter in cells. The protein facilitates the efflux of cholesterol to high-density lipoproteins (HDL). With a molecular mass of approximately 75 kDa ABCG1 is located in many tissues but its expression levels are highest in macrophages and endothelial cells. As a member of the ABC transporter family it plays a critical role in cellular lipid homeostasis.
Biological function summary
ABCG1 works to regulate cholesterol levels by exporting excess cholesterol and phospholipids. This protein does not operate in isolation; it often interacts with other proteins forming heterodimers especially with ABCG4. These interactions contribute to its role in maintaining lipid metabolism by facilitating efficient cholesterol clearance improving cellular lipid balance and reducing intracellular lipid toxicity.
Pathways
ABCG1 plays an important role in the reverse cholesterol transport pathway and is involved in lipid metabolism. In the context of these pathways ABCG1 interacts with proteins like LXR (liver X receptor) which regulates its expression. LXRs when activated by oxysterols can influence ABCG1 activity promoting cholesterol efflux to HDL and contributing to overall cholesterol homeostasis in the body.
ABCG1 has connections to atherosclerosis and metabolic syndrome. Disruption in ABCG1 function or expression can lead to impaired cholesterol efflux contributing to lipid accumulation in macrophages and formation of foam cells an important event in atherosclerosis development. In this disease context ABCG1 interacts with proteins like ApoA-I and ApoA-II which are components of HDL and are essential for efficient cholesterol transport to the liver highlighting its critical role in cardiovascular health management.