Abcam, ab250775, Anti-Alpha Skeletal Muscle Actin antibody [EPR18430] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal alpha skeletal muscle Actin antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for WB, IHC-P and reacts with Human, Mouse, Rat samples. Cited in 1 publication.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR18430,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Mouse, Rat, Human,
Applications:IHC-P, 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:
ab250775 is the carrier-free version of
ab184705
IHC is recommended for rat and mouse only.
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
Want a custom formulation?
This antibody clone is manufactured by Abcam. If you require a custom buffer formulation or conjugation for your experiments, please contact orders@abcam.com
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.
Alpha Skeletal Muscle Actin also known as Actin Alpha 1 Actin Alpha and Actin Protein is a highly conserved protein important for muscle function. It has a molecular mass of approximately 42 kDa. This protein is expressed in skeletal muscle tissues and is an essential component of muscle cell's cytoskeleton. The actin family to which Alpha Skeletal Muscle Actin belongs is integral for maintaining cell shape integrity and movement. This isoform of actin is especially significant in forming thin filaments in muscle fibers which are essential for muscle contraction.
Biological function summary
Alpha Skeletal Muscle Actin plays an essential role in the contractile apparatus of muscle cells. It exists as part of the actin filament complex interacting closely with myosin motor proteins. This interaction powers the sliding mechanism that enables muscle contraction and relaxation. Alpha-actin is responsible for mechanical stiffness and tension within muscle tissues enabling muscle fibers to withstand physical stress. The protein's structural role in muscle cells makes it indispensable for proper muscle function and muscle fiber stability.
Pathways
Alpha Skeletal Muscle Actin is deeply involved in the cytoskeletal organization and muscle contraction pathways. It is pivotal in the actin-myosin interaction pathway where it binds to troponin and tropomyosin which regulate muscle contraction cycles. Within these pathways the protein ensures coordinated muscle contractions alongside other proteins like myosin heavy chain and tropomyosin. These interactions coordinate muscle contraction maintaining muscle tone and health.
Alpha Skeletal Muscle Actin mutations have a direct link to various myopathies including actin myopathy and nemaline myopathy. These conditions often result in muscle weakness and occasionally muscle degeneration. The protein's malfunction may also connect to cardiomyopathies due to its important role in muscle function. Research suggests that protein interactions with dystrophin another muscle-associated protein might further elucidate its role in these muscle disorders. Actin dysfunction in these conditions highlights the necessity for healthy actin filaments for skeletal muscle integrity and function.