Abcam, ab248888, Anti-GNAI1 antibody [EPR9441(B)] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal GNAI1 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for IHC-P, WB, Flow Cyt (Intra) and reacts with Human, Mouse, Rat samples. Cited in 1 publication.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR9441(B),
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:IHC-P, WB, Flow Cyt (Intra)See reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.,
Specificity:The immunogenic sequence of this antibody has 92.9% homology with GNAI3 and 64% (4 continuous residues) homology with GNAI2 which might cause cross reactivity with GNAI3 and GNAI2.

Product details:
ab248888 is the carrier-free version of
ab140125
Patented technology
Our RabMAb
technology is a patented hybridoma-based technology for making rabbit monoclonal antibodies. For details on our patents, please refer to
RabMAb® patents
What are the advantages of a recombinant monoclonal antibody?
This product is a recombinant monoclonal antibody, which offers several advantages including:
- High batch-to-batch consistency and reproducibility
- Improved sensitivity and specificity
- Long-term security of supply
- Animal-free batch production
For more information, read more on
recombinant antibodies
Conjugation ready
Our carrier-free antibodies are typically supplied in a PBS-only formulation, purified and free of BSA, sodium azide and glycerol. This conjugation-ready format is designed for use with fluorochromes, metal isotopes, oligonucleotides, and enzymes, which makes them ideal for antibody labelling, functional and cell-based assays, flow-based assays (e.g. mass cytometry) and Multiplex Imaging applications.
Use our
conjugation kits
for antibody conjugates that are ready-to-use in as little as 20 minutes with 1 minute hands-on-time and 100% antibody recovery: available for fluorescent dyes, HRP, biotin and gold.
Compatibility
This product is compatible with the Maxpar
Antibody Labeling Kit from Fluidigm, without the need for antibody preparation. Maxpar
is a trademark of Fluidigm Canada Inc.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-pH: 7.2 - 7.4Constituents: PBS, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions-+4°C, Storage information-Do Not Freeze

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
The protein GNAI1 also known as G protein subunit alpha i1 is part of the G-protein family that plays an important role in signal transduction. GNAI1 has a molecular mass of approximately 40 kDa. It is mainly expressed in neuronal tissues where it interacts with receptors to regulate intracellular signaling pathways. This protein operates by inhibiting adenylate cyclase activity which reduces the production of cyclic AMP (cAMP) in response to extracellular signals.
Biological function summary
GNAI1 acts by interfering with signal transmission across membranes. It is part of the heterotrimeric G-protein complex which is essential for many signaling processes. This complex responds to activation by G-protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) and modulates various downstream effectors essentially affecting numerous physiological processes like neurotransmission and hormone signaling.
Pathways
GNAI1 plays a significant role in the cyclic AMP (cAMP) signaling pathway and the neuroactive ligand-receptor interaction pathway. In the cAMP pathway GNAI1 associates with receptors like dopamine and serotonin receptors helping to regulate neuronal response and neurotransmitter release. This activity involves interactions with related proteins such as GNB1 and GNG2 which form the beta and gamma subunits of the heterotrimeric G-protein complex.
GNAI1 relates to neuropathic conditions such as epilepsy and depression. Alterations in GNAI1 function can disrupt normal signaling contributing to these disorders. The protein interacts with other proteins in the signaling cascade such as RGS proteins which can affect its function in disease states. Researchers continue to explore how modifications or mutations in GNAI1 might offer potential therapeutic targets for these and similar disorders.