Abcam, ab236608, Anti-APH antibody

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Polyclonal APH antibody. Suitable for WB, IHC-P, ICC/IF and reacts with Human, Mouse samples. Cited in 2 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human APEH aa 200-500.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse, Human,
Applications:ICC/IF, IHC-P, WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human APEH aa 200-500. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.P13798

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein G, Purification notes-Purity >95%., Storage buffer-pH: 7.4Preservative: 0.03% Proclin 300Constituents: PBS, 50% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 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.
The target protein APH also known as Aminoglycoside Phosphotransferase or APH(2") serves a critical role in antibiotic resistance mechanisms by phosphorylating aminoglycoside antibiotics leading to inactivation. APH with a mass of approximately 31 kDa can be found in bacteria that are often resistant to several antibiotics. Although mainly located in prokaryotes certain modified forms also show expression in eukaryotic systems for research purposes.
Biological function summary
APH plays a significant role in cell survival by protecting bacteria from antibiotic stress a process necessary for maintaining membrane integrity under antibiotic pressure. This enzyme is not a part of a larger protein complex but exhibits highly specific interactions with aminoglycosides. It commonly associates with resistance mechanisms allowing bacteria to survive in otherwise lethal environments.
Pathways
APH significantly impacts aminoglycoside metabolic pathways and contributes to the overarching antibiotic resistance pathway. This phosphotransferase action is often coordinated alongside AAC (Aminoglycoside N-acetyltransferase) and ANT (Aminoglycoside O-nucleotidyltransferase) proteins. They collectively enable bacteria survival by modifying antibiotics preventing their effective binding to bacterial ribosomal targets.
APH presents a considerable threat due to its association with multidrug-resistant bacterial infections and urinary tract infections. The protein's role in resistance complicates treatment protocols and is integrated into bacterial adaptation strategies. Alongside proteins like AAC and ANT APH contributes to bacterial resilience making it a target of interest in studies focused on developing novel antibacterial treatments.