Abcam, ab252995, Anti-NARS antibody

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Polyclonal NARS antibody. Suitable for IHC-P, WB, ICC/IF and reacts with Human, Mouse, Rat samples. Cited in 1 publication. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human NARS1 aa 350-450.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse, Rat, Human,
Applications:IHC-P, ICC/IF, WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human NARS1 aa 350-450. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.O43776

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Storage buffer-pH: 7.2Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 40% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage duration-1-2 weeks, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions--20°C, Aliquoting information-Upon delivery aliquot, Storage information-Avoid freeze / thaw cycle

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
NARS also known as asparaginyl-tRNA synthetase is an enzyme with a mass of about 65 kDa. This enzyme plays an important role in protein synthesis by catalyzing the attachment of asparagine to its corresponding tRNA. NARS is expressed in various tissues across the body with noticeable levels in the liver and brain. The enzyme operates as a homodimer and requires ATP for its catalytic activity which facilitates the formation of asparaginyl-tRNA ensuring proper translation of genetic information during protein synthesis.
Biological function summary
As an essential component of the protein synthesis machinery NARS functions to ensure the fidelity and efficiency of genetic translation. It does not form part of a larger complex but its activity is critical in maintaining cellular function by facilitating accurate amino acid incorporation into growing polypeptide chains. This precise activity is necessary for cellular viability and the prevention of erroneous protein synthesis which could lead to dysfunctional proteins and cellular stress.
Pathways
NARS interacts with multiple biological pathways including the aminoacyl-tRNA biosynthesis pathway and the protein translation pathway. NARS’s role in aminoacyl-tRNA biosynthesis is important as it interacts with other aminoacyl-tRNA synthetases to maintain balanced protein synthesis. In the protein translation pathway it works alongside other elongation factors such as EF-Tu which ensures the correct delivery of aminoacyl-tRNA to the ribosome thereby orchestrating the translation process.
NARS's dysfunction links to neurodegenerative disorders and certain cancers. Mutations or aberrant expression of NARS may result in impaired protein synthesis contributing to neurological conditions such as Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease. Other proteins involved in these disorders include GARS another tRNA synthetase associated with similar hereditary neuropathies. Additionally increased expression of NARS has been noted in some cancerous tissues implicating its potential role in tumorigenesis and highlighting its relevance in cancer pathways.