Abcam, ab60068, Anti-FTSJ2 antibody [2372C6a]

Size: 100µg
Mouse Monoclonal FTSJ2 antibody. Suitable for WB and reacts with Recombinant full length protein - Human samples. Cited in 3 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human MRM2.
Key facts
Host species:Mouse,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:2372C6a,
Isotype:IgG1,
Carrier free:No,
Applications:WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human MRM2. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.Q9UI43

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein G, Purification notes-Purified using protein G column chromatography, from culture supernatant of hybridoma cultured in a medium containing bovine IgG-depleted (approximately 95%) fetal bovine serum., Storage buffer-pH: 7.4 Preservative: 0.05% Sodium azide Constituents: PBS, 1% BSA, 0.812% Sodium chloride, 0.1312% Sodium phosphate, 0.03% Tripotassium orthophosphate, 0.0225% Potassium chloride, 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.
FTSJ2 also known as hPrmA or methyltransferase-like protein 1 is an enzyme with a mass of approximately 83 kDa. It functions as a human 2'-O-methyltransferase and takes part in ribosomal RNA modification by methylating the ribose moiety in RNA molecules. You can find FTSJ2 widely expressed in various human tissues with notable expression in the liver and brain. The enzyme localizes mainly in the nucleolus a site central to ribosomal RNA biosynthesis and modification activities.
Biological function summary
The enzymatic activities of FTSJ2 contribute to ribosome assembly and stability by modifying specific rRNA components. These modifications are essential for the accurate assembly of ribosomal subunits and the proper function of the translation machinery within the cell. FTSJ2 does not function in isolation; it often operates as part of multiprotein complexes which assist in guiding and regulating its methyltransferase activity.
Pathways
Methylation activity by FTSJ2 plays a critical role in the RNA processing pathway and cellular translation machinery. It directly affects the biogenesis of rRNA ensuring the efficient assembly of ribosomal units required for protein synthesis. FTSJ2 interacts with other proteins such as NOP10 and NOP56 which are potentials linking it to the broader ribonucleoprotein complex within cells.
Alterations in FTSJ2 activity and expression have connections to several human conditions notably cancer and neurological disorders. Aberrations in the rRNA modification process could lead to disruptions in protein synthesis and uncontrolled cell proliferation which are often observed in cancerous cells. In the context of neurological disorders FTSJ2's function links to proteins like FBL which play key roles in neural cell RNA processing. Changes in their function could potentially contribute to neurodegenerative conditions.