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AB272174

Anti-GALC antibody [EPR23598-126] - BSA and Azide free

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Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal GALC antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for WB, IHC-P and reacts with Mouse, Rat, Human samples.

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Galactocerebrosidase, GALCERase, Galactocerebroside beta-galactosidase, Galactosylceramidase, Galactosylceramide beta-galactosidase, GALC

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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-GALC antibody [EPR23598-126] - BSA and Azide free (AB272174)
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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-GALC antibody [EPR23598-126] - BSA and Azide free (AB272174)

Immunohistochemical analysis of paraffin-embedded Human cerebrum tissue labeling GALC with ab240638 at 1/2000 dilution followed by a ready to use Rabbit specific IHC polymer detection kit HRP/DAB (ab209101). Positive staining on human cerebrum (PMID : 15987783). The section was incubated with ab240638 for 30 mins at room temperature.The immunostaining was performed on a Leica Biosystems BOND® RX instrument. Counterstained with Hematoxylin.

Secondary antibody only control : Secondary antibody is a ready to use Rabbit specific IHC polymer detection kit HRP/DAB (ab209101).

Heat mediated antigen retrieval with Tris-EDTA buffer (pH 9.0, epitope retrieval solution2) for 20 mins.

This data was developed using the same antibody clone in a different buffer formulation containing PBS, BSA, glycerol, and sodium azide (ab240638).

Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-GALC antibody [EPR23598-126] - BSA and Azide free (AB272174)
  • IHC-P

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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-GALC antibody [EPR23598-126] - BSA and Azide free (AB272174)

Immunohistochemical analysis of paraffin-embedded Rat cerebrum tissue labeling GALC with ab240638 at 1/2000 dilution followed by a ready to use Rabbit specific IHC polymer detection kit HRP/DAB (ab209101). Positive staining on rat cerebrum (PMID : 15987783). The section was incubated with ab240638 for 30 mins at room temperature. The immunostaining was performed on a Leica Biosystems BOND® RX instrument. Counterstained with Hematoxylin.

Secondary antibody only control : Secondary antibody is a ready to use Rabbit specific IHC polymer detection kit HRP/DAB (ab209101).

Heat mediated antigen retrieval with Tris-EDTA buffer (pH 9.0, epitope retrieval solution2) for 20 mins.

This data was developed using the same antibody clone in a different buffer formulation containing PBS, BSA, glycerol, and sodium azide (ab240638).

Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-GALC antibody [EPR23598-126] - BSA and Azide free (AB272174)
  • IHC-P

Unknown

Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-GALC antibody [EPR23598-126] - BSA and Azide free (AB272174)

Immunohistochemical analysis of paraffin-embedded Mouse cerebrum tissue labeling GALC with ab240638 at 1/2000 dilution followed by a ready to use Rabbit specific IHC polymer detection kit HRP/DAB (ab209101). Positive staining on mouse cerebrum (PMID : 15987783). The section was incubated with ab240638 for 30 mins at room temperature.The immunostaining was performed on a Leica Biosystems BOND® RX instrument. Counterstained with Hematoxylin.

Secondary antibody only control : Secondary antibody is a ready to use Rabbit specific IHC polymer detection kit HRP/DAB (ab209101).

Heat mediated antigen retrieval with Tris-EDTA buffer (pH 9.0, epitope retrieval solution2) for 20 mins.

This data was developed using the same antibody clone in a different buffer formulation containing PBS, BSA, glycerol, and sodium azide (ab240638).

Key facts

Host species

Rabbit

Clonality

Monoclonal

Clone number

EPR23598-126

Isotype

IgG

Carrier free

Yes

Reacts with

Mouse, Rat, Human

Applications

WB, IHC-P

applications

Immunogen

The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.

Reactivity data

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Product details

ab272174 is the carrier-free version of ab240638.

Patented technology
Our RabMAb® technology is a patented hybridoma-based technology for making rabbit monoclonal antibodies. For details on our patents, please refer to RabMAb® patents.

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

For more information, read more on recombinant antibodies.

Conjugation ready
Our carrier-free antibodies are typically supplied in a PBS-only formulation, purified and free of BSA, sodium azide and glycerol. This conjugation-ready format is designed for use with fluorochromes, metal isotopes, oligonucleotides, and enzymes, which makes them ideal for antibody labelling, functional and cell-based assays, flow-based assays (e.g. mass cytometry) and Multiplex Imaging applications.

Use our conjugation kits for antibody conjugates that are ready-to-use in as little as 20 minutes with 1 minute hands-on-time and 100% antibody recovery: available for fluorescent dyes, HRP, biotin and gold.

Compatibility
This product is compatible with the Maxpar® Antibody Labeling Kit from Fluidigm, without the need for antibody preparation. Maxpar® is a trademark of Fluidigm Canada Inc.

Properties and storage information

Form
Liquid
Purification technique
Affinity purification Protein A
Storage buffer
pH: 7.2 - 7.4 Constituents: PBS
Shipped at conditions
Blue Ice
Appropriate short-term storage conditions
+4°C
Appropriate long-term storage conditions
+4°C
Storage information
Do Not Freeze

Supplementary information

This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.

GALC also known as galactocerebrosidase or galactosylceramidase is an enzyme with a molecular mass of about 68 kDa. It functions mechanically by hydrolyzing galactosylceramide (galactocerebroside) into galactose and ceramide. GALC expresses widely in the brain and other nervous tissues particularly in the lysosomes of glial cells contributing to the breakdown of lipids. The efficient lysosomal degradation process performed by GALC is critical for maintaining cellular lipid homeostasis.
Biological function summary

GALC plays an important role in the metabolism of complex lipids. It functions not as part of a larger protein complex but rather as an independent enzyme acting on specific substrates like galactosylceramide. The enzyme's activity contributes to the transformation of lipids necessary for the proper structure and function of myelin in the central nervous system. By maintaining proper lipid levels GALC supports the integrity and stability of myelinated neurons.

Pathways

GALC is involved in the sphingolipid degradation pathway contributing to the catabolic process of sphingolipids. This pathway ensures the break down and recycling of sphingolipid components like ceramide which are essential for cell signaling and membrane integrity. Another relevant pathway is the lysosomal storage pathway where GALC's enzymatic function prevents the abnormal accumulation of galactosylceramide and related substrates. GALC activity has links to other lysosomal enzymes like arylsulfatase A which also participate in lipid metabolism within the lysosome.

GALC mutations and deficiencies lead to Krabbe disease a severe lysosomal storage disorder affecting the nervous system. This pathology results from the accumulation of psychosine a toxic metabolite causing widespread demyelination. Another related condition is globoid cell leukodystrophy associated with GALC dysfunction. Proteins like myelin-associated glycoprotein may interact indirectly with GALC through these disease processes as GALC's enzymatic activity affects myelin maintenance.

Product protocols

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Target data

Hydrolyzes the galactose ester bonds of glycolipids such as galactosylceramide and galactosylsphingosine (PubMed : 8281145, PubMed : 8399327). Enzyme with very low activity responsible for the lysosomal catabolism of galactosylceramide, a major lipid in myelin, kidney and epithelial cells of small intestine and colon (PubMed : 8281145, PubMed : 8399327).
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