{"product_id":"abcam-ab241311","title":"Abcam, ab241311, Anti-USP5 antibody","description":"\u003cp\u003eSize: 20µg \/ 100µL\u003cbr\u003e\nRabbit Polyclonal USP5 antibody. Suitable for IP, WB and reacts with Human, Mouse samples. Cited in 3 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human USP5 aa 50-150.\u003cbr\u003e\nKey facts\u003cbr\u003e\nHost species:Rabbit,\u003cbr\u003e\nClonality:Polyclonal,\u003cbr\u003e\nIsotype:IgG,\u003cbr\u003e\nCarrier free:No,\u003cbr\u003e\nReacts with:Mouse, Human,\u003cbr\u003e\nApplications:WB, IPSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,\u003cbr\u003e\nImmunogen:Synthetic Peptide within Human USP5 aa 50-150. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.P45974\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProperties and Storage Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nForm-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Purification notes-ab241311 was affinity purified using an epitope specific to USP5 immobilized on solid support., Storage buffer-pH: 6.8 - 7.4Preservative: 0.09% Sodium azideConstituents: Tris buffered saline, 0.1% 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-+4°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\nThe target USP5 also known as ubiquitin-specific protease 5 or isopeptidase T functions as a deubiquitinating enzyme. This protein has a mass of about 169 kDa and plays a critical role in removing ubiquitin moieties from ubiquitin-conjugated protein substrates. USP5 achieves this by cleaving at the ubiquitin C-terminal glycine which releases free ubiquitin and recycles it for future use. Expression of USP5 occurs broadly throughout different tissues indicating its general importance in cellular processes.\u003cbr\u003e\nBiological function summary\u003cbr\u003e\nThis enzyme helps maintain ubiquitin homeostasis by disassembling unanchored polyubiquitin chains. USP5 is not known to be part of a larger complex but it interacts with components of the ubiquitin-proteasome system contributing to protein quality control. By processing unanchored ubiquitin chains USP5 ensures a sufficient supply of ubiquitin preventing potential cellular stress due to ubiquitin depletion.\u003cbr\u003e\nPathways\u003cbr\u003e\nUSP5 integrates into the ubiquitin-proteasome pathway and proteostasis network. It collaborates with other deubiquitinating enzymes like USP14 and UCHL5 modulating the degradation of polyubiquitinated proteins. These pathways play essential roles in regulating protein turnover and disruptions in these processes can impact cell cycle and apoptosis highlighting the importance of USP5 in maintaining cellular homeostasis.\u003cbr\u003e\nExperimental findings suggest USP5 involvement in several cancers and neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's disease. In cancer altered USP5 activity can disrupt the balance between protein synthesis and degradation promoting tumor progression. In Alzheimer's its role in ubiquitin homeostasis implicates it in the management of protein aggregates that characterize the disorder. USP5's relationship with other proteins like p53 in cancer and tau in Alzheimer's provides critical insights into its potential as a therapeutic target.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Abcam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46853973541033,"sku":"ab241311","price":0.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/iright.com\/products\/abcam-ab241311","provider":"Iright","version":"1.0","type":"link"}