Abcam, ab249572, Anti-Triosephosphate isomerase antibody [EPR12149(B)] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal Triosephosphate isomerase antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for WB, Flow Cyt (Intra) and reacts with Human, Mouse, Rat samples.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR12149(B),
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Mouse, Rat, Human,
Applications:Flow Cyt (Intra), WBSee 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.

Product details:
ab249572 is the carrier-free version of
ab170894
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, 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.
Triosephosphate isomerase also known as TPI is an enzyme that plays an important role in glycolysis and gluconeogenesis by catalyzing the reversible isomerization of dihydroxyacetone phosphate (DHAP) to glyceraldehyde 3-phosphate (G3P). It has a molecular mass of approximately 27 kDa. This enzyme is widely expressed in many tissues with high presence in red blood cells muscle and brain tissues due to their high energy demands. As a dimer enzyme it exhibits significant catalytic efficiency that supports cellular energy management.
Biological function summary
The enzyme facilitates the efficient production of ATP by maintaining balance between DHAP and G3P vital for energy-metabolizing cells. Triosephosphate isomerase is not part of a larger complex itself but it significantly interacts with other enzymes in the glycolytic pathway. This interaction supports cellular respiration by ensuring a steady supply of intermediates needed for downstream processes.
Pathways
Triosephosphate isomerase is central to glycolysis and gluconeogenesis pathways. In glycolysis it works in tandem with other enzymes such as hexokinase and phosphofructokinase to breakdown glucose into pyruvate yielding ATP and NADH. It provides a critical link between glycolysis and energy production processes impacting the cellular metabolism and biochemical energy cycles. The enzyme also contributes to gluconeogenesis where it helps synthesize glucose from non-carbohydrate sources ensuring energy supply during fasting.
Mutations or deficiencies in triosephosphate isomerase can lead to conditions such as triosephosphate isomerase deficiency a rare autosomal recessive disorder characterized by progressive neurological dysfunction hemolytic anemia and muscle weakness. This deficiency arises from dysfunctional or unstable isomerase activity leading to an accumulation of DHAP. Additionally research has shown links between this enzyme and Alzheimer's disease where altered glucose metabolism is a common feature. Abnormal triosephosphate isomerase activity may interact with amyloid precursor protein processing in the disease pathology.