Abcam, ab236987, Anti-USP4 antibody

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Polyclonal USP4 antibody. Suitable for WB, IHC-P, ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 6 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human USP4 aa 600-850.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:ICC/IF, WB, IHC-PSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human USP4 aa 600-850. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.Q13107

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.
USP4 also known as Ubiquitin Specific Peptidase 4 is a deubiquitinating enzyme with an approximate mass of 108 kDa. It functions by removing ubiquitin from protein substrates impacting their stability and functionality. USP4 is expressed in various tissues including heart lung skeletal muscle liver and brain. Its enzymatic action is important for regulating protein turnover and preventing the degradation of proteins that require fine control.
Biological function summary
USP4 contributes to multiple cellular processes by maintaining protein homeostasis. It participates in regulation of the endoplasmic reticulum-associated degradation (ERAD) pathway and influences processes such as cellular transport and signal transduction. USP4 often functions within protein complexes that control these pathways including interactions with the spliceosome machinery which impact RNA processing and gene expression.
Pathways
USP4 plays a significant role in the TGF-beta signaling pathway and the WNT signaling pathway. It interacts with proteins such as SMAD2 SMAD3 and beta-catenin which are integral to these pathways for regulating transcriptional activity and cellular responses. Through the regulation of signaling components USP4 modulates key developmental and cellular growth processes.
USP4 has been linked to cancer and neurodegenerative diseases. Overexpression of USP4 is observed in certain cancers such as breast cancer where it affects the stability of proteins like TGF-beta receptor influencing tumor progression. In neurodegenerative diseases USP4's interaction with proteins like tau can contribute to the pathology as defects in protein clearance mechanisms play a role in disease development.