Abcam, ab317620, Anti-VAP1 antibody [EPR28748-59]

Size: 10µL-TRIAL / 20µL / 100µL / 1mL
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal VAP1 antibody. Suitable for WB, IHC-P, mIHC and reacts with Human, Mouse, Rat samples.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR28748-59,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human, Mouse, Rat,
Applications:mIHC, WB, IHC-PSee 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.
Vascular Adhesion Protein 1 (VAP1) also known as amine oxidase copper-containing 3 (AOC3) has a mechanical function involving its enzyme activity to catalyze oxidative deamination of primary amines to produce aldehydes hydrogen peroxide and ammonia. The protein has an approximate mass of 90 kDa. VAP1 is expressed on the surface of endothelial cells and some smooth muscle cells especially in tissues like liver lung and gut. It functions mainly in cellular adhesion processes.
Biological function summary
VAP1 plays important roles in leukocyte trafficking what makes it important for immune response and inflammation. It facilitates the adhesion and transmigration of leukocytes across the endothelium into tissues. VAP1 is part of numerous adhesion molecule networks that help regulate the immune response. Its ability to interact with diverse substrates also affects vascular function and integrity.
Pathways
VAP1 interacts with immune responses and inflammation-related pathways. It influences the leukocyte adhesion cascade which integrates with the immune cell signaling pathways. Proteins like Integrins and Selectins relate to VAP1 in these processes as they are also involved in mediating cell adhesion to the endothelial cells thereby orchestrating cell movement and positioning essential for immune defense.
VAP1 has been implicated in chronic inflammatory diseases and certain cancers. Inflammatory bowel disease is one condition where VAP1's role in leukocyte trafficking results in sustained inflammation. Additionally its elevated expression in some tumors links it to cancer progression via promoting tumor-associated inflammation. The connection between VAP1 and proteins like TNF-alpha becomes clearer in the inflammation context serving as a potential therapeutic target for modulating inflammatory and cancerous conditions.