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Anti-Mitofusin 2 antibody [6A8] (ab56889) is a mouse monoclonal antibody detecting Mitofusin 2 in Western Blot, Flow Cytometry, IHC-P, ICC/IF. Suitable for Human, Mouse.



- Clone 6A8 is the most cited clone to Mitofusin 2

- Over 340 publications

- Trusted since 2007


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Western blot - Anti-Mitofusin 2 antibody [6A8] (AB56889), expandable thumbnail
  • Flow Cytometry - Anti-Mitofusin 2 antibody [6A8] (AB56889), expandable thumbnail
  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Mitofusin 2 antibody [6A8] (AB56889), expandable thumbnail
  • Immunocytochemistry/ Immunofluorescence - Anti-Mitofusin 2 antibody [6A8] (AB56889), expandable thumbnail
  • Immunocytochemistry/ Immunofluorescence - Anti-Mitofusin 2 antibody [6A8] (AB56889), expandable thumbnail

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Key facts

Isotype
IgG2a
Host species
Mouse
Storage buffer

pH: 7.4
Constituents: PBS

Form
Liquid
Clonality
Monoclonal

Immunogen

  • Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human MFN2 aa 650 to C-terminus. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information. Database link O95140

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ab170191 - Mouse monoclonal IgG2a, is suitable for use as an isotype control with this antibody.

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Function

Mitochondrial outer membrane GTPase that mediates mitochondrial clustering and fusion (PubMed:11181170, PubMed:11950885, PubMed:19889647, PubMed:26214738, PubMed:28114303). Mitochondria are highly dynamic organelles, and their morphology is determined by the equilibrium between mitochondrial fusion and fission events (PubMed:28114303). Overexpression induces the formation of mitochondrial networks (PubMed:28114303). Membrane clustering requires GTPase activity and may involve a major rearrangement of the coiled coil domains (Probable). Plays a central role in mitochondrial metabolism and may be associated with obesity and/or apoptosis processes (By similarity). Plays an important role in the regulation of vascular smooth muscle cell proliferation (By similarity). Involved in the clearance of damaged mitochondria via selective autophagy (mitophagy) (PubMed:23620051). Is required for PRKN recruitment to dysfunctional mitochondria (PubMed:23620051). Involved in the control of unfolded protein response (UPR) upon ER stress including activation of apoptosis and autophagy during ER stress (By similarity). Acts as an upstream regulator of EIF2AK3 and suppresses EIF2AK3 activation under basal conditions (By similarity).

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Anti-Mitofusin 2 antibody [6A8] (ab56889) is a mouse monoclonal antibody detecting Mitofusin 2 in Western Blot, Flow Cytometry, IHC-P, ICC/IF. Suitable for Human, Mouse.



- Clone 6A8 is the most cited clone to Mitofusin 2

- Over 340 publications

- Trusted since 2007

Key facts

Isotype
IgG2a
Form
Liquid
Clonality
Monoclonal
Immunogen
  • Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human MFN2 aa 650 to C-terminus. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information. Database link O95140
Clone number
6A8
Purification technique
Affinity purification Protein A
Light chain type
kappa
Concentration
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Purification notes

Purified by protein A from TCS.

Storage

Shipped at conditions
Blue Ice
Appropriate short-term storage duration
1-2 weeks
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

Notes

Product Specifications

Anti-Mitofusin 2 antibody [6A8] (ab56889) is a mouse monoclonal antibody and is validated for use in Flow Cyt, ICC/IF, IHC-P, WB in human, mouse samples.
Anti-Mitofusin 2 antibody [6A8] (ab56889) specifically detects Mitofusin 2 (UniProt ID: O95140; Molecular weight: 86kDa) and is sold in 50 µg selling sizes.

Quality and Validation

Abcam's high quality validation processes ensure Anti-Mitofusin 2 antibody [6A8] (ab56889) has high sensitivity and specificity.
Anti-Mitofusin 2 antibody [6A8] (ab56889) has been cited over 348 times in peer reviewed journals and is trusted by the scientific community.
Anti-Mitofusin 2 antibody [6A8] (ab56889) has 11 independent reviews from customers.

This product was changed from ascites to tissue culture supernatant on 15 May 2019. Please note that the dilutions may need to be adjusted accordingly. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our scientific support team.

Supplementary info

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

Mitofusin 2 also known as MFN2 is a protein involved in the regulation of mitochondrial fusion. The MFN2 molecular weight is roughly 86 kDa. It plays an important role in connecting and merging the outer membranes of mitochondria which is vital for maintaining mitochondrial function and integrity. Mitofusin 2 proteins are expressed in many tissues but they are abundantly present in energy-demanding tissues like skeletal muscle heart and the brain.

Biological function summary

Mitofusin 2 ensures the proper distribution of mitochondria within cells and regulates mitochondrial metabolism. It is a critical component of the mitochondrial fusion machinery and works closely with its homolog Mitofusin 1 (MFN1). Together they form a complex that facilitates the physical merging of mitochondrial membranes. This process is essential for mitochondrial dynamics which include not only fusion but also fission and biogenesis.

Pathways

The protein part of the fusion machinery integrates into multiple essential biological pathways including energy metabolism and apoptosis regulation. It participates in the mitochondrial fusion pathway and the PGC-1α pathway for mitochondrial biogenesis. Mitofusin 2 interacts with proteins such as PINK1 and Parkin that are known to play roles in mitophagy a process that targets damaged mitochondria for degradation indicating its involvement in maintaining mitochondrial quality control.

Associated diseases and disorders

Mutations in Mitofusin 2 have been linked to Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 2A (CMT2A) a neuropathy that affects peripheral nerves. This protein also shows connections to metabolic disorders such as obesity and type 2 diabetes. In these conditions its interaction with other proteins like OPA1 involved in mitochondrial inner membrane fusion influences mitochondrial dysfunction a recognized feature contributing to disease pathogenesis. Understanding MFN2's function and role in disease can help develop targeted therapies for these conditions.

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  • Western blot - Anti-Mitofusin 2 antibody [6A8] (ab56889), expandable thumbnail

    Western blot - Anti-Mitofusin 2 antibody [6A8] (ab56889)

    This image was generated using the ascites version of the product.

    All lanes: Western blot - Anti-Mitofusin 2 antibody [6A8] (ab56889) at 1 µg/mL

    All lanes: HeLa cell lysate at 25 µg

    Predicted band size: 86 kDa

  • Flow Cytometry - Anti-Mitofusin 2 antibody [6A8] (ab56889), expandable thumbnail

    Flow Cytometry - Anti-Mitofusin 2 antibody [6A8] (ab56889)

    Overlay histogram showing HEK293 cells stained with ab56889 (red line). The cells were fixed with 80% methanol (5 min) and then permeabilized with 0.1% PBS-Tween for 20 min. The cells were then incubated in 1x PBS / 10% normal goat serum / 0.3M glycine to block non-specific protein-protein interactions followed by the antibody (ab56889, 1μg/1x106 cells) for 30 min at 22°C. The secondary antibody used was DyLight® 488 goat anti-mouse IgG (H+L) (Goat Anti-Mouse IgG H&L (DyLight® 488) preadsorbed ab96879) at 1/500 dilution for 30 min at 22°C. Isotype control antibody (black line) was mouse IgG2a [ICIGG2A] (Mouse IgG2a, Kappa Monoclonal [B12/8] - Isotype Control ab91361, 1μg/1x106 cells) used under the same conditions. Acquisition of >5,000 events was performed. This antibody gave a positive signal in HEK293 cells fixed with 4% paraformaldehyde (10 min)/permeabilized in 0.1% PBS-Tween used under the same conditions.

    This image was generated using the ascites version of the product.

  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Mitofusin 2 antibody [6A8] (ab56889), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Mitofusin 2 antibody [6A8] (ab56889)

    Mitofusin 2 antibody (ab56889) used in immunohistochemistry at 3ug/ml on formalin fixed and paraffin embedded human kidney.

    This image was generated using the ascites version of the product.

  • Immunocytochemistry/ Immunofluorescence - Anti-Mitofusin 2 antibody [6A8] (ab56889), expandable thumbnail

    Immunocytochemistry/ Immunofluorescence - Anti-Mitofusin 2 antibody [6A8] (ab56889)

    ab56889 staining mitofusin 2 in MEF1 cells treated with nigericin Na+ salt (Nigericin Na+ salt, K+ ionophore ab120494), by ICC/IF. Decrease in mitofusin 2 expression correlates with increased concentration of nigericin Na+ salt, as described in literature.
    The cells were incubated at 37°C for 3h in media containing different concentrations of Nigericin Na+ salt, K+ ionophore ab120494 (nigericin Na+ salt) in DMSO, fixed with 100% methanol for 5 minutes at -20°C and blocked with PBS containing 10% goat serum, 0.3 M glycine, 1% BSA and 0.1% tween for 2h at room temperature. Staining of the treated cells with ab56889 (10 μg/ml) was performed overnight at 4°C in PBS containing 1% BSA and 0.1% tween. A DyLight® 488 goat anti-mouse polyclonal antibody (Goat Anti-Mouse IgG H&L (DyLight® 488) preadsorbed ab96879) at 1/250 dilution was used as the secondary antibody. Nuclei were counterstained with DAPI and are shown in blue.

    This image was generated using the ascites version of the product.

  • Immunocytochemistry/ Immunofluorescence - Anti-Mitofusin 2 antibody [6A8] (ab56889), expandable thumbnail

    Immunocytochemistry/ Immunofluorescence - Anti-Mitofusin 2 antibody [6A8] (ab56889)

    ab56889 staining mitofusin2 in MEF1 cells treated with valinomycin from Streptomyces fulvissimus (Valinomycin from Streptomyces fulvissimus, K+ selective ionophore ab120852), by ICC/IF. Decrease in mitofusin2 expression with increased concentration of withaferin valinomycin from Streptomyces fulvissimus, as described in literature.
    The cells were incubated at 37°C for 3h in media containing different concentrations of Valinomycin from Streptomyces fulvissimus, K+ selective ionophore ab120852 (valinomycin from Streptomyces fulvissimus) in DMSO, fixed with 100% methanol for 5 minutes at -20°C and blocked with PBS containing 10% goat serum, 0.3 M glycine, 1% BSA and 0.1% tween for 2h at room temperature. Staining of the treated cells with ab56889 (10 μg/ml) was performed overnight at 4°C in PBS containing 1% BSA and 0.1% tween. A DyLight® 488 goat anti-mouse polyclonal antibody (Goat Anti-Mouse IgG H&L (DyLight® 488) preadsorbed ab96879) at 1/250 dilution was used as the secondary antibody. Nuclei were counterstained with DAPI and are shown in blue.

    This image was generated using the ascites version of the product.

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