{"product_id":"abcam-ab254274","title":"Abcam, ab254274, Anti-Tau Alzheimer’s Disease antibody [GT-38] - Conformation-Specific - BSA and Azide free","description":"\u003cp\u003eSize: 100µg\u003cbr\u003e\nMouse Monoclonal TAU antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for ELISA, IHC-P, IHC-Fr and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 6 publications.\u003cbr\u003e\nKey facts\u003cbr\u003e\nHost species:Mouse,\u003cbr\u003e\nClonality:Monoclonal,\u003cbr\u003e\nClone number:GT-38,\u003cbr\u003e\nIsotype:IgG1,\u003cbr\u003e\nLight chain type:kappa,\u003cbr\u003e\nCarrier free:Yes,\u003cbr\u003e\nReacts with:Human,\u003cbr\u003e\nApplications:IHC-P, ELISA, IHC-FrSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,\u003cbr\u003e\nImmunogen:The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProduct details:\u003cbr\u003e\nab254274 is the carrier-free version of\u003cbr\u003e\nab246808\u003cbr\u003e\nWant a custom formulation?\u003cbr\u003e\nThis antibody clone is manufactured by Abcam. If you require a custom buffer formulation or conjugation for your experiments, please contact orders@abcam.com\u003cbr\u003e\nConjugation ready\u003cbr\u003e\nOur 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.\u003cbr\u003e\nUse our\u003cbr\u003e\nconjugation kits\u003cbr\u003e\nfor 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.\u003cbr\u003e\nCompatibility\u003cbr\u003e\nThis product is compatible with the Maxpar\u003cbr\u003e\nAntibody Labeling Kit from Fluidigm, without the need for antibody preparation. Maxpar\u003cbr\u003e\nis a trademark of Fluidigm Canada Inc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProperties and Storage Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nForm-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification, Storage buffer-Constituents: PBS, 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-+4°C, Aliquoting information-Upon delivery aliquot, Storage information-Do Not Freeze\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupplementary Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nThis supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.\u003cbr\u003e\nTau protein also known as MAPT (Microtubule-Associated Protein Tau) plays a mechanical role in stabilizing microtubules in neuronal axons. The human tau protein has several isoforms generally weighing between 45 to 65 kDa. Tau is predominantly expressed in neurons of the central nervous system but can also be found in some non-neuronal cells. In neurons tau binds to tubulin and facilitates the polymerization and stability of microtubules which are essential for maintaining cellular structure and transport functions.\u003cbr\u003e\nBiological function summary\u003cbr\u003e\nTau protein impacts the dynamics of the neuronal cytoskeleton. Tau is part of the intracellular transport system where it facilitates the movement of organelles and proteins along axons. This function is essential for neuron communication and resilience. Tau interacts with and regulates microtubule-associated complexes ensuring efficient intracellular transport. Its role in cytoskeletal integrity strongly influences cell signaling pathways critical for synaptic plasticity and neuronal survival.\u003cbr\u003e\nPathways\u003cbr\u003e\nTau protein plays a significant part in cellular transport and signal transduction pathways. One key pathway is the MAPK signaling pathway where tau's phosphorylation state influences neuronal response to external stimuli. Additionally tau is involved in the PI3K\/AKT pathway affecting cell growth and survival. Within these pathways tau's phosphorylation is regulated by kinases including GSK-3β and CDK5 while phosphatases like PP2A dephosphorylate tau to maintain its functional state.\u003cbr\u003e\nDysfunctional tau is strongly linked to neurodegenerative diseases particularly Alzheimer's disease (AD) and frontotemporal dementia (FTD). In AD hyperphosphorylated tau forms neurofibrillary tangles which disrupt neuronal function and promote cell death. This process often involves other proteins such as beta-amyloid which exacerbate tau's pathological aggregation. Understanding tauopathy mechanisms has guided the research and development of anti-tau antibodies like anti-GT3 and anti-conformation antibodies as therapeutic strategies against tau-related pathologies in neurodegenerative disorders.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Abcam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46847945441449,"sku":"ab254274","price":0.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/iright.com\/products\/abcam-ab254274","provider":"Iright","version":"1.0","type":"link"}