Abcam, ab59034, Anti-DGAT1 antibody

Size: 200µL
Goat Polyclonal DGAT1 antibody. Suitable for ICC/IF, WB, IHC-P and reacts with Human, Mouse samples. Cited in 5 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human DGAT1 aa 300-350.
Key facts
Host species:Goat,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse, Human,
Applications:ICC/IF, IHC-P, WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Synthetic Peptide within Human DGAT1 aa 300-350. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.O75907

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Purification notes-Purified from goat serum by ammonium sulphate precipitation followed by antigen affinity chromatography using the immunizing peptide., Storage buffer-pH: 7.3Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azideConstituents: 0.5% BSA, 0.5% Tris buffered saline, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, 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.
DGAT1 also known as acyl CoA:diacylglycerol acyltransferase 1 is an enzyme with a molecular mass of approximately 55 kDa. DGAT1 is expressed in various tissues with high levels noted in adipose tissue and the intestines. The enzyme catalyzes the final step in triglyceride synthesis by transferring acyl-CoA to diacylglycerol to form triglycerides. This process is essential in lipid metabolism impacting both energy storage and membrane synthesis.
Biological function summary
DGAT1 plays a significant role in lipid homeostasis and energy balance across multiple biological systems. This enzyme is key in the conversion of dietary fats into stored energy and it does not exist as part of a complex. DGAT1's activity contributes to the maintenance of cellular lipid droplets and it has implications therefore in conditions where lipid metabolism is disrupted.
Pathways
DGAT1 is a part of the triglyceride biosynthesis pathway an important route within the lipid metabolism framework. In this context the enzyme works alongside other lipogenic proteins such as acetyl-CoA carboxylase and fatty acid synthase to synthesize triglycerides. DGAT1's role in this pathway has implications for how the body manages fat storage and utilization linking it to the regulation of systemic energy levels.
Aberrant DGAT1 activity links to metabolic conditions such as obesity and type 2 diabetes. Alterations in DGAT1 expression can affect lipid storage and mobilization contributing to these disorders. Within this pathogenic context DGAT1 also interacts with proteins like adipose triglyceride lipase which further influences the breakdown of stored triglycerides impacting adipose tissue accumulation and insulin sensitivity.