Abcam, ab251473, Anti-GSTA1 antibody [EPR19969] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal GSTA1 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for IP, WB and reacts with Human, Recombinant full length protein - Human samples.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR19969,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:IP, 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:
ab251473 is the carrier-free version of
ab207413
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, 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 GSTA1 protein also known as Glutathione S-transferase alpha 1 is an important enzyme in detoxification processes in the body. It has a molecular mass of approximately 25 kDa and expresses highly in the liver but is also seen in other tissues like the kidney and lung. It belongs to the glutathione S-transferase family which plays function in the conjugation of reduced glutathione to a variety of endogenous and exogenous electrophilic compounds.
Biological function summary
The GSTA1 protein contributes significantly to the neutralization of oxidative stress by detoxifying harmful compounds. This enzyme shows a high affinity for certain substrates and serves as a detoxifying agent particularly in the liver safeguarding cells from oxidative damage. GSTA1 exists mostly as a homodimer but can also form heterodimers with other related enzymes enhancing its substrate range and activity.
Pathways
GSTA1 plays a role in metabolic and detoxification pathways essential for cellular protection. It is an important player in the glutathione metabolism pathway where it collaborates with other enzymes like GSTM1 to facilitate detoxification processes. Additionally GSTA1 participates in the pathways leading to the synthesis of mercapturic acids which are important for the excretion of toxic metabolites.
GSTA1 is linked to conditions such as cancer and cardiovascular diseases. Altered expression or polymorphisms in the GSTA1 gene can affect the enzyme's ability to detoxify carcinogens making it significant in cancer risk and progression. The GSTA1 protein also interacts with other enzymes like GSTA4 in the context of oxidative stress which relates to cardiovascular disorder pathogenesis.