Abcam, ab226413, Anti-Asparagine synthetase antibody

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Polyclonal Asparagine synthetase antibody. Suitable for IP and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 1 publication. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human ASNS aa 500 to C-terminus.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:IPSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Synthetic Peptide within Human ASNS aa 500 to C-terminus. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.P08243

Product details:
ab226413 has not performed satisfactorily when used for WB of Asparagine Synthetase in crude preparations (e.g. whole cell lysate). This antibody can be used for WB of enriched (e.g. immunoprecipitated) sources of Asparagine Synthetase.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Purification notes-ab226413 was affinity purified using an epitope specific to Asparagine synthetase immobilized on solid support., Storage buffer-pH: 7 - 8Preservative: 0.09% Sodium azideConstituents: Tris citrate/phosphate, 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.
Asparagine synthetase (ASNS) is an enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of aspartate and glutamine to asparagine and glutamate. This enzyme is also known by the alternate name ASPG. Asparagine synthetase weighs approximately 64 kDa and it is found in many tissues including the liver and pancreas. The presence of ASNS is important for the synthesis of asparagine an amino acid necessary for protein and nucleotide synthesis.
Biological function summary
ASNS drives the synthesis of asparagine through a mechanism involving the ATP-dependent conversion of substrates. It does not function as part of a larger enzyme complex but operates independently to fulfill its role. In cells asparagine produced serves as a critical building block supporting protein biosynthesis and cell proliferation particularly in rapidly dividing cells such as cancer cells.
Pathways
Asparagine synthetase plays a central role in the asparagine biosynthetic pathway. This enzyme is key for maintaining cellular amino acid homeostasis and is linked to the mTOR pathway which regulates cell growth and metabolism. Additionally ASNS interacts with proteins like glutaminase which supplies one of its essential substrates glutamine.
ASNS has a significant correlation with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) where asparagine levels affect cancer cell survival. Targeting ASNS can influence chemotherapeutic strategies given its role in providing asparagine to leukemic cells. Additionally ASNS deficiency can lead to severe neurological conditions further highlighting its importance in human health. Its interaction with glutaminase is particularly relevant as both are involved in pathways targeted in ALL treatments.