Abcam, ab239020, Anti-CYP3A7 antibody

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Polyclonal CYP3A7 antibody. Suitable for IHC-P, ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 1 publication. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human CYP3A7 aa 1-200.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:ICC/IF, IHC-PSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human CYP3A7 aa 1-200. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.P24462

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein G, Purification notes-Purity greater than 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.
CYP3A7 also known as cytochrome P450 3A7 is an enzyme weighing approximately 57 kDa and belongs to the cytochrome P450 superfamily. This enzyme primarily facilitates the oxidation of various substrates including steroids fatty acids and xenobiotics. CYP3A7 expression is largely found in fetal liver tissue but shows decreased levels after birth. As part of the cytochrome P450 family CYP3A7 plays an important role in metabolic processes that modify and clear compounds from the body.
Biological function summary
CYP3A7 acts on endogenous and exogenous molecules influencing steroid metabolism and drug catabolism. This enzyme acts individually rather than as part of a larger enzyme complex. Its function contributes significantly to the metabolism of retinoic acid and other steroid hormones during fetal development. The enzyme's substrate specificity enables it to play a role in modulating biological availabilities of several substances during prenatal human development.
Pathways
CYP3A7's enzymatic activity integrates into the retinoic acid metabolism and steroid hormone biosynthesis pathways. It's actively involved in processing compounds needed for proper fetal growth and development such as all-trans-retinoic acid. Its relatives like CYP3A4 and CYP3A5 perform similar roles in adults showing high homology and overlapping substrate ranges reflecting their functional association within these pathways.
Researchers link CYP3A7 to alterations in drug metabolism affecting pharmacokinetics and therapeutic outcomes. For instance the enzyme's atypical activity can influence glucocorticoid metabolism connecting it to disorders like congenital adrenal hyperplasia. CYP3A7's function can also interact with proteins such as CYP21A2 further impacting steroidogenesis-related diseases. Understanding variations in CYP3A7 activity contributes to insights into certain congenital disorders and can guide personalized approaches in drug therapy.