Abcam, ab85834, Anti-EML4 antibody

Size: 100µg
Rabbit Polyclonal EML4 antibody. Suitable for IHC-P, IP, WB and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 2 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human EML4 aa 900 to C-terminus.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:IP, WB, IHC-PSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Synthetic Peptide within Human EML4 aa 900 to C-terminus. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.Q9HC35

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Storage buffer-pH: 7 - 8Preservative: 0.09% Sodium azideConstituents: Tris citrate/phosphate, 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.
EML4 also known as Echinoderm Microtubule-Associated Protein-Like 4 is a microtubule-associated protein with a mass of approximately 120 kDa. This protein stabilizes microtubules and influences their organization during cell division. EML4 is widely expressed in various tissues particularly in the brain where it plays important roles in neuronal function. It interacts with microtubule structures to ensure proper chromosome segregation and mitotic spindle formation.
Biological function summary
EML4 facilitates microtubule stability and dynamics which are critical for intracellular transport and cell division. It is part of the EML family and can form complexes with other microtubule-associated proteins. EML4 helps in the regulation of structural arrangements that are important in both mitosis and meiosis processes. Its function in axonal transport becomes essential for proper neuronal development and maintenance.
Pathways
EML4 is involved in the MAPK/ERK and Ras signaling pathways. Within these pathways EML4 interacts with key proteins like KRAS and BRAF contributing to signal transduction that controls cell proliferation and differentiation. The protein's regulatory role in microtubule dynamics positions it as a link between cellular signaling and cytoskeletal organization.
EML4 is most commonly associated with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). A gene fusion between EML4 and ALK (anaplastic lymphoma kinase) leads to the production of an oncogenic protein that drives tumorigenesis. This EML4-ALK fusion protein alters normal cell signaling pathways promoting cancer cell survival and growth. Research also connects EML4 to neurodegenerative diseases due to its important role in microtubule stabilization within neurons.