Abcam, ab279722, Anti-NEK2 antibody [20/NEK2] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Mouse Recombinant Monoclonal NEK2 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for WB and reacts with Human samples.
Key facts
Host species:Mouse,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:20/Nek2,
Isotype:IgG1,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications: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:
ab279722 is the carrier-free version of
ab279717
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 Protein A, Storage buffer-Constituents: 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 cell cycle serine/threonine-protein kinase Nek2 also known as Never in Mitosis Gene A (NIMA)-related kinase 2 has a molecular weight of approximately 56 kDa. Expressed mainly in proliferating cells with high expression in the testes it primarily localizes to the centrosome and nucleus. This protein regulates centrosome separation and spindle formation. Such functions are essential for proper cell division contributing to the accurate segregation of chromosomes.
Biological function summary
Nek2 involves key roles in cell cycle progression especially from the G2 to the M phase. It integrates into a complex regulatory network interacting with various cell division controllers. Nek2 phosphorylates centrosomal proteins which ensures timely centrosome disjunction and bipolar spindle formation. This action establishes Nek2 as important for the maintenance of genomic stability preventing abnormal cell divisions.
Pathways
Nek2 fits into critical pathways that control cell division and mitosis. It operates within the PI3K/AKT pathway influencing cell growth and survival. Additionally Nek2 relates to other kinases like Aurora A kinase sharing pathway intersections that modulate centrosome dynamics and stability. These interactions reflect the significance of Nek2 in orchestrating precise mitotic events contributing to orderly cell cycle transitions.
Nek2 shows connections to cancers particularly breast and prostate cancer. Overexpression of Nek2 correlates with the pathogenesis of these cancers indicating its role in aberrant cellular proliferation. It also interacts with proteins like MAD2 which is a spindle checkpoint protein. This connection highlights Nek2's involvement in tumorigenesis through mitotic checkpoint control failure contributing to cancer cell survival and progression.