Abcam, ab300517, Anti-KMT5A / SETD8 / Pr-SET7 antibody [EPR24381-24]

Size: 20µL / 100µL / 1mL
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal KMT5A / SETD8 / Pr-SET7 antibody. Suitable for IP, Flow Cyt (Intra), WB and reacts with Human samples.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR24381-24,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:Flow Cyt (Intra), 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:
Patented technology
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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
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recombinant antibodies

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-pH: 7.2 - 7.4Preservative: 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

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
KMT5A also known as SETD8 or Pr-SET7 is a histone methyltransferase enzyme with a notable role in regulating chromatin dynamics. It specifically catalyzes the monomethylation of histone H4 at lysine 20 (H4K20me1) a modification linked to chromatin compaction and DNA damage response. The molecular mass of KMT5A is approximately 47 kDa. Expression of KMT5A is observed in various tissues including the liver kidney and to some extent in embryonic stem cells indicating its functionality across different stages of development and cell types.
Biological function summary
KMT5A's activity influences several essential cellular processes such as cell cycle progression and DNA repair. As part of a larger chromatin-modulating framework it often functions alongside other chromatin-associated proteins including those from the Polycomb group. It plays a significant role in maintaining genomic stability by marking specific regions of chromatin for certain functions thereby affecting transcription regulation and cellular growth.
Pathways
KMT5A integrates into critical biological mechanisms like the DNA damage response and cell cycle regulation. It links closely with pathways involving p53 and cyclin-dependent kinase (CDK) inhibitors. KMT5A’s histone modification activity influences proteins such as p21 and p16 within the DNA damage signaling network. Its regulatory role here is essential as it facilitates an environment conducive to the DNA repair machinery following genotoxic stress.
KMT5A connects to various pathological states notably cancer and neurodegenerative disorders. Misregulation of KMT5A activity is associated with tumorigenesis where altered levels of H4K20me1 can lead to abnormal cell proliferation. Additionally KMT5A interacts through pathways tied to protein like TP53 influencing cellular responses to stressors typically seen in oncogenesis. Similarly aberrant regulation has implications in cognitive impairments potentially through dysregulated methylation patterns affecting neuronal cell cycle re-entry.