{"product_id":"abcam-ab280954","title":"Abcam, ab280954, Anti-Thyroxine Binding Globulin antibody [EPR24453-121]","description":"\u003cp\u003eSize: 20µL \/ 100µL \/ 1mL\u003cbr\u003e\nRabbit Recombinant Monoclonal Thyroxine Binding Globulin antibody. Suitable for IP, WB, Flow Cyt (Intra), IHC-P and reacts with Human samples.\u003cbr\u003e\nKey facts\u003cbr\u003e\nHost species:Rabbit,\u003cbr\u003e\nClonality:Monoclonal,\u003cbr\u003e\nClone number:EPR24453-121,\u003cbr\u003e\nIsotype:IgG,\u003cbr\u003e\nCarrier free:No,\u003cbr\u003e\nReacts with:Human,\u003cbr\u003e\nApplications:IHC-P, WB, Flow Cyt (Intra), IPSee 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\nPatented technology\u003cbr\u003e\nOur RabMAb\u003cbr\u003e\ntechnology is a patented hybridoma-based technology for making rabbit monoclonal antibodies. For details on our patents, please refer to\u003cbr\u003e\nRabMAb® patents\u003cbr\u003e\nWhat are the advantages of a recombinant monoclonal antibody?\u003cbr\u003e\nThis product is a recombinant monoclonal antibody, which offers several advantages including:\u003cbr\u003e\n- High batch-to-batch consistency and reproducibility\u003cbr\u003e\n- Improved sensitivity and specificity\u003cbr\u003e\n- Long-term security of supply\u003cbr\u003e\n- Animal-free batch production\u003cbr\u003e\nFor more information, read more on\u003cbr\u003e\nrecombinant antibodies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProperties and Storage Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nForm-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-Preservative: 0.01% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 40% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 0.05% BSA, 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\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupplementary Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nThis supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.\u003cbr\u003e\nThyroxine Binding Globulin (TBG) also called globulin 23 is a glycoprotein that binds thyroid hormones primarily thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3). It facilitates the transport of these hormones through the bloodstream to various tissues. This binding globulin has a molecular weight of approximately 54 kDa. TBG is predominantly expressed in the liver and is an essential component within the circulatory system for hormone regulation. Although there is no substance called 'globulin green' TBG plays an important role in maintaining the systemic balance of thyroid hormones.\u003cbr\u003e\nBiological function summary\u003cbr\u003e\nThe thyroxine-binding globulin helps maintain adequate levels of thyroid hormones in circulation ensuring a ready reserve supply to target tissues. TBG acts as a carrier protein and does not form part of a larger complex. It provides stability to the hormones and prevents their premature clearance from the bloodstream. Without it the availability and functionality of thyroid hormones within the body would be compromised affecting metabolic and growth functions.\u003cbr\u003e\nPathways\u003cbr\u003e\nThyroxine-binding globulin is critical in the thyroid hormone signaling pathway. This pathway regulates metabolism growth and development through the action of thyroid hormones. TBG is closely related to other hormone-binding proteins such as transthyretin and albumin which also participate in thyroid hormone transport albeit with different affinities. Its presence ensures that these hormones remain available for cellular uptake and action within various tissues influencing energy expenditure and developmental processes.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe function and levels of thyroxine-binding globulin have significant implications in conditions like hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. Altered TBG levels either due to genetic variations or external factors can lead to abnormal blood concentrations of thyroid hormones affecting growth and metabolism. In such disorders the interaction between TBG and thyroid hormones becomes critical. TBG levels can be influenced by other proteins like sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) which may reflect changes in the hormone-binding protein landscape during disease states contributing to dysregulated hormonal balance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Abcam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46850400059561,"sku":"ab280954","price":0.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/iright.com\/products\/abcam-ab280954","provider":"Iright","version":"1.0","type":"link"}