{"product_id":"abcam-ab223502","title":"Abcam, ab223502, Anti-eIF4G1 (phospho S1108) antibody [SP351]","description":"\u003cp\u003eSize: 100µL \/ 500µL \/ 1mL\u003cbr\u003e\nRabbit Recombinant Monoclonal eIF4G1 phospho S1108 antibody. Suitable for IHC-P and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 1 publication.\u003cbr\u003e\nKey facts\u003cbr\u003e\nHost species:Rabbit,\u003cbr\u003e\nClonality:Monoclonal,\u003cbr\u003e\nClone number:SP351,\u003cbr\u003e\nIsotype:IgG,\u003cbr\u003e\nCarrier free:No,\u003cbr\u003e\nReacts with:Human,\u003cbr\u003e\nApplications:IHC-PSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,\u003cbr\u003e\nImmunogen:The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProperties and Storage Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nForm-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A\/G, Storage buffer-pH: 7.6Preservative: 0.099% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 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\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupplementary Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nThis supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.\u003cbr\u003e\nEIF4G1 also known as eukaryotic translation initiation factor 4 gamma 1 plays an important role in protein synthesis by acting as a scaffold for various other components of the initiation complex. This protein physically binds with eIF4E eIF4A and the poly(A)-binding protein aiding in the recruitment of ribosomes to the mRNA. eIF4G1 has a molecular weight of approximately 180 kDa and is expressed in various tissues including brain heart and skeletal muscle.\u003cbr\u003e\nBiological function summary\u003cbr\u003e\nEIF4G1 functions as part of the eIF4F complex facilitating the initiation of cap-dependent translation. This process directly affects the synthesis of proteins that are important for growth and cell cycle progression. As an important component in translation eIF4G1 coordinates interactions between mRNA and ribosomes ensuring efficient translation initiation and progression.\u003cbr\u003e\nPathways\u003cbr\u003e\nEIF4G1 is significant in the mTOR and MAPK signaling pathways. These pathways regulate various cellular processes such as cell growth proliferation and survival. eIF4G1 interacts with related proteins like eIF4E which binds the 5' cap of mRNA and eIF4A an RNA helicase both critical in these signaling cascades.\u003cbr\u003e\nEIF4G1 has been associated with neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson's disease and certain types of cancer. Mutations or dysregulation can alter protein synthesis rates and lead to the development of disease phenotypes. In Parkinson's disease the interplay between eIF4G1 and other proteins like alpha-synuclein provides insight into the cellular mechanisms underlying disease progression highlighting eIF4G1 as a potential therapeutic target.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Abcam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46850368700585,"sku":"ab223502","price":0.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/iright.com\/products\/abcam-ab223502","provider":"Iright","version":"1.0","type":"link"}