Abcam, ab303590, Alexa Fluor® 647 Anti-Hsp60 antibody [EPR18245-93] - Mitochondrial Marker

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal Hsp60 antibody - conjugated to Alexa Fluor® 647. Suitable for Flow Cyt (Intra), ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR18245-93,
Isotype:IgG,
Conjugation:Alexa Fluor® 647,
Excitation/Emission:Ex: 650nm, Em: 665nm,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:Flow Cyt (Intra), ICC/IFSee 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
Alexa Fluor® is a registered trademark of Molecular Probes, Inc, a Thermo Fisher Scientific Company. The Alexa Fluor® dye included in this product is provided under an intellectual property license from Life Technologies Corporation. As this product contains the Alexa Fluor® dye, the purchase of this product conveys to the buyer the non-transferable right to use the purchased product and components of the product only in research conducted by the buyer (whether the buyer is an academic or for-profit entity). As this product contains the Alexa Fluor® dye the sale of this product is expressly conditioned on the buyer not using the product or its components, or any materials made using the product or its components, in any activity to generate revenue, which may include, but is not limited to use of the product or its components: in manufacturing; (ii) to provide a service, information, or data in return for payment (iii) for therapeutic, diagnostic or prophylactic purposes; or (iv) for resale, regardless of whether they are sold for use in research. For information on purchasing a license to this product for purposes other than research, contact Life Technologies Corporation, 5781 Van Allen Way, Carlsbad, CA 92008 USA or outlicensing@thermofisher.com.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Storage buffer-pH: 7.4Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 30% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 1% 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, Store in the dark

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
Hsp60 also known as HSPD1 and heat shock protein 60 is a significant chaperonin with a molecular weight of approximately 60 kDa. It resides predominantly in the mitochondria and functions to assist in the proper folding of proteins preventing their aggregation. Hsp60 is expressed mainly in cells with high metabolic activity. Its presence as a mitochondrial marker highlights its essential role in maintaining cellular homeostasis and function.
Biological function summary
The protein ensures mitochondrial protein stability by facilitating the refolding of misfolded proteins and cooperating with other chaperonins like Hsp10. Hsp60 participates in forming a complex with these proteins to create a conducive environment for protein folding. It plays a part in regulating mitochondrial homeostasis impacting cell survival and apoptosis processes.
Pathways
Hsp60 links to the ATP synthesis and apoptosis pathways showcasing its importance as a mitochondrial marker. It interacts with proteins like caspase-3 to modulate cell death mechanisms highlighting its influence beyond simple protein folding. In the ATP synthesis pathway it contributes indirectly to energy production by maintaining mitochondrial function.
Hsp60 shows a connection to neurodegenerative diseases and cancer. Altered Hsp60 levels correlate with increased apoptosis in neurodegenerative conditions like Alzheimer's disease. Additionally in cancer interactions with proteins such as AKT suggest its potential role in cell proliferation and survival. Understanding its role could aid in the development of therapeutic interventions targeting mitochondrial dysfunction.