Abcam, ab249616, Anti-ATPB antibody [EPR11991] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal ATPB antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for IP, WB, Flow Cyt (Intra) and reacts with Human samples.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR11991,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:WB, IP, 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.

Product details:
ab249616 is the carrier-free version of
ab170948
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.
ATPB also known as ATP synthase subunit beta is an essential protein component of the ATP synthase complex. It has an approximate mass of 52 kDa and is primarily expressed in the mitochondria. The protein's role is to catalyze the production of adenosine triphosphate (ATP) from adenosine diphosphate (ADP) and inorganic phosphate utilizing the proton gradient across the inner mitochondrial membrane. This process is central to the cellular energy production often referred to as oxidative phosphorylation. ATPB is frequently used as a mitochondrial marker in research making it an important target for antibodies such as those conjugated with Alexa Fluor 647 for immunofluorescence applications.
Biological function summary
ATPB functions as part of the mitochondrial ATP synthase complex which is also known as complex V of the electron transport chain. This complex is important for maintaining cellular energy homeostasis through ATP production. ATPB contributes to the catalytic activity necessary for ATP synthesis therefore supporting various cellular processes that require energy input such as muscle contraction and active transport. The protein also plays a role in coupling the proton motive force to ATP synthesis a function critical for mitochondrial efficiency and metabolic health.
Pathways
ATPB involves itself significantly in the oxidative phosphorylation and glycolysis pathways. It partners with other proteins in the ATP synthase complex such as ATP synthase subunit alpha (ATP5A1) to effectuate the conversion of energy. In the broader scope of energy metabolism ATPB integrates with glycolysis where glycolytic end-products feed into oxidative phosphorylation sustaining the cell’s energy currency. Both pathways are important for cells especially in tissues with high energy demands like the heart and skeletal muscles.
ATPB has been implicated in mitochondrial dysfunction-related diseases such as mitochondrial myopathy and Leigh syndrome. These conditions often result from mutations or defects in components of the electron transport chain leading to impaired ATP production. ATPB’s close connection to ATP5A1 and other complex V proteins highlights its involvement in these disorders. Understanding ATPB's role and function helps in disease mechanism elucidation and potentially offers targets for therapeutic interventions in mitochondrial-related diseases.