Abcam, ab84367, Anti-ZWINT antibody

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Polyclonal ZWINT antibody. Suitable for IHC-P, ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 5 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human ZWINT aa 200 to C-terminus.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:ICC/IF, IHC-PSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Synthetic Peptide within Human ZWINT aa 200 to C-terminus. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.O95229

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Storage buffer-pH: 6.8 - 7.4Preservative: 0.09% Sodium azideConstituents: Tris buffered saline, 0.1% BSA, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions-+4°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.
ZWINT also known as ZW10 interactor is a protein that plays an important role in the attachment of kinetochores to the spindle microtubules during mitosis. It has a molecular weight of approximately 35 kDa. This protein is broadly expressed in various tissues with especially high presence in dividing cells reflecting its importance in cell division processes.
Biological function summary
ZWINT functions as a part of the kinetochore complex which is essential for chromosome segregation during mitotic cell division. It interacts with other kinetochore proteins to facilitate the correct attachment of chromosomes to the spindle apparatus. This interaction ensures that chromosomes are accurately distributed to daughter cells maintaining genomic stability.
Pathways
The ZWINT protein is integral in the mitotic spindle checkpoint pathway also known as the spindle assembly checkpoint. It works closely with proteins such as ZW10 and Rod to monitor and regulate the attachment of spindle microtubules to the kinetochores preventing aneuploidy during cell division. This pathway ensures that mitosis does not proceed until all chromosomes are properly aligned and attached contributing to the fidelity of cell division.
Mutations or dysregulation in ZWINT have been linked to certain cancers due to its influence on chromosome segregation. Disruptions in ZWINT function might also contribute to chromosomal instability which can lead to tumorigenesis. In cancerous contexts proteins such as Mad2 and BubR1 which are part of the spindle assembly checkpoint pathway also show altered interactions highlighting a complex network of regulatory proteins involved in maintaining cellular homeostasis.