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Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody [EPR426(2)] (ab109268) is a rabbit monoclonal antibody that is used to detect mTOR in Western Blot, IHC-P, IHC-Fr, Dot Blot. Suitable for Human, Mouse samples.



- Using biophysical QC, antibody identity is confirmed at a molecular level for unrivalled batch-batch consistency

-Over 510 publications


Images

Western blot - Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody [EPR426(2)] (AB109268), expandable thumbnail
  • Immunohistochemistry (Frozen sections) - Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody [EPR426(2)] (AB109268), expandable thumbnail
  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody [EPR426(2)] (AB109268), expandable thumbnail
  • Dot Blot - Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody [EPR426(2)] (AB109268), expandable thumbnail
  • Western blot - Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody [EPR426(2)] (AB109268), expandable thumbnail

Publications

Key facts

Isotype
IgG
Host species
Rabbit
Storage buffer

pH: 7.2 - 7.4
Preservative: 0.01% Sodium azide
Constituents: 59% PBS, 40% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 0.05% BSA

Form
Liquid
Clonality
Monoclonal

Immunogen

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

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Reactivity data

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Tested
Tested

Species
Human
Dilution info
1/50 - 1/100
Notes

Perform heat-mediated antigen retrieval before commencing with IHC staining protocol.

Expected
Expected

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Mouse
Dilution info
Use at an assay dependent concentration.
Notes

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Predicted

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Pig, Rat
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-
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Not recommended
Not recommended

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Synthetic peptide
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Not recommended

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Mouse, Human, Pig, Rat, Synthetic peptide
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Not recommended

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Mouse
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-
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ab172730 - Rabbit monoclonal IgG, is suitable for use as an isotype control with this antibody.

Species
Human
Dilution info
-
Notes

ab172730 - Rabbit monoclonal IgG, is suitable for use as an isotype control with this antibody.

Species
Pig
Dilution info
-
Notes

-

Species
Rat
Dilution info
-
Notes

-

Species
Synthetic peptide
Dilution info
-
Notes

-

Tested
Tested

Species
Synthetic peptide
Dilution info
1/1000
Notes

-

Expected
Expected

Species
Human, Mouse
Dilution info
Use at an assay dependent concentration.
Notes

-

Predicted
Predicted

Species
Pig, Rat
Dilution info
-
Notes

-

Tested
Tested

Species
Mouse
Dilution info
1/1000 - 1/10000
Notes

-

Species
Human
Dilution info
1/1000 - 1/10000
Notes

-

Predicted
Predicted

Species
Pig, Rat
Dilution info
-
Notes

-

Not recommended
Not recommended

Species
Synthetic peptide
Dilution info
-
Notes

-

Not recommended
Not recommended

Species
Mouse, Human, Pig, Rat, Synthetic peptide
Dilution info
-
Notes

-

Tested
Tested

Species
Human
Dilution info
-
Notes

-

Expected
Expected

Species
Mouse
Dilution info
Use at an assay dependent concentration.
Notes

-

Predicted
Predicted

Species
Pig, Rat
Dilution info
-
Notes

-

Not recommended
Not recommended

Species
Synthetic peptide
Dilution info
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Target data

Function

The protein expressed by the MTOR gene is a serine/threonine protein kinase that serves as a central regulator of cellular metabolism, growth, and survival in response to various signals, such as hormones and nutrients. MTOR operates within two distinct signaling complexes, mTORC1 and mTORC2. mTORC1 is activated to upregulate protein synthesis by phosphorylating regulators of mRNA translation and ribosome synthesis, and phosphorylates and activates proteins like RPS6KB1 and RPS6KB2 to promote protein synthesis. It controls MiT/TFE factors TFEB and TFE3 by mediating their retention and inactivation under nutrient-rich conditions, and it inhibits autophagy by phosphorylating DAP and RUBCNL/Pacer. Additionally, mTORC1 engages in feedback control on growth factor signaling and may influence microtubules through CLIP1 phosphorylation. The mTORC2 complex may regulate cellular processes, including survival and cytoskeletal organization, by phosphorylating AKT1 and regulating the actin cytoskeleton via PRKCA, PXN, and Rho-type guanine nucleotide exchange factors. It also regulates the phosphorylation of SGK1. This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.

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Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody [EPR426(2)] (ab109268) is a rabbit monoclonal antibody that is used to detect mTOR in Western Blot, IHC-P, IHC-Fr, Dot Blot. Suitable for Human, Mouse samples.



- Using biophysical QC, antibody identity is confirmed at a molecular level for unrivalled batch-batch consistency

-Over 510 publications

Key facts

Isotype
IgG
Form
Liquid
Clonality
Monoclonal
Immunogen
  • The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.
Clone number
EPR426(2)
Purification technique
Affinity purification Protein A
Concentration
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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
Stable for 12 months at -20°C

Notes

What is this antibody validated in?


Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody [EPR426(2)] (ab109268) is a rabbit recombinant monoclonal antibody and is validated for use in Western Blot (WB), Immunohistochemistry (IHC-P), Immunohistochemistry (IHC-Fr), Dot Blot in Human, Mouse samples.

What is the molecular weight of mTOR?


Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) [EPR426(2)] (ab109268) specifically detects a band for mTOR (UniProt: P42345) at a molecular weight of 289kDa.

Trusted by the scientific community


Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) [EPR426(2)] (ab109268) was first used in a scientific publication in 2011 and has been cited over 510 times in peer-reviewed journals.

Reviewed by scientists


Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) [EPR426(2)] (ab109268) has over 5 independent reviews from customers.

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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.

Supplementary info

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

The mammalian target of rapamycin commonly known as mTOR is a serine/threonine kinase known for its role in cellular growth and metabolism. It has a molecular weight of approximately 289 kDa. mTOR is expressed in various tissues throughout the body including muscle adipose tissue and the brain. The protein functions as a central regulator of cell proliferation protein synthesis and nutrient signaling. Often researchers utilize mTOR ELISA or mTOR western blot (mTOR WB) methods and mTOR antibodies to study its expression and activity in various biological contexts.

Biological function summary

MTOR integrates signals from nutrients growth factors and cellular energy status to maintain cellular homeostasis. It forms part of two distinct complexes mTORC1 and mTORC2 which differ in their component proteins and downstream effects. mTORC1 primarily responds to amino acids and regulates protein synthesis through phosphorylation of key substrates like S6K1. On the other hand mTORC2 is important for maintaining cytoskeletal integrity and cell survival highlighting the protein's importance in diverse cellular processes.

Pathways

MTOR plays a pivotal role in the PI3K/AKT/mTOR pathway which governs cell growth proliferation and survival. It also has implications in the regulation of the AMPK pathway which senses cellular energy levels. Through these pathways mTOR interacts with proteins such as AKT and TSC2. The phospho-mTOR specifically the S2448 phospho-mTOR serves as an important functional marker in these signaling cascades linking extracellular signals to downstream cellular responses.

Associated diseases and disorders

MTOR has connections to cancer and neurodegenerative diseases. Its dysregulation often leads to uncontrolled cellular proliferation a hallmark of many cancers. Conditions such as tuberous sclerosis can occur due to mutations in proteins like TSC1 and TSC2 that regulate mTOR activity. In Alzheimer's disease mTOR's role in autophagy and protein synthesis becomes significant as imbalance may contribute to disease progression. Understanding these connections highlights the potential of targeting mTOR pathways therapeutically.

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9 product images

  • Western blot - Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody [EPR426(2)] (ab109268), expandable thumbnail

    Western blot - Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody [EPR426(2)] (ab109268)

    MTOR (phospho S2448) Western blot staining using rabbit Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody

    All lanes: Western blot - Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody [EPR426(2)] (ab109268) at 1/2000 dilution

    Lane 1: HeLa (human cervix adenocarcinoma epithelial cell) whole cell lysate at 10 µg

    Lane 2: HeLa grown in serum-free media overnight, then treated with 200nM PMA for 4 hours whole cell lysate at 10 µg

    Lane 3: HeLa grown in serum-free media overnight, then treated with 200nM PMA for 4 hours whole cell lysate. Then the membrane was incubated with alkaline phosphatase at 10 µg

    Secondary

    All lanes: Western blot - Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) (Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) ab97051) at 1/20000 dilution

    Predicted band size: 289 kDa

    Observed band size: 289 kDa

  • Immunohistochemistry (Frozen sections) - Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody [EPR426(2)] (ab109268), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Frozen sections) - Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody [EPR426(2)] (ab109268)

    IHC image of mTOR (phospho S2448) staining in a section of frozen normal human heart performed on a Leica BONDTM system using the standard protocol. The section was fixed in 10% paraformaldehyde (10 min) prior to staining. The section was incubated with ab109268, 1/200 dilution, for 15 mins at room temperature and detected using an HRP conjugated compact polymer system. DAB was used as the chromogen. The section was then counterstained with haematoxylin and mounted with DPX. The inset secondary-only control image is taken from an identical assay without primary antibody.

    For other IHC staining systems (automated and non-automated) customers should optimize variable parameters such as antigen retrieval conditions, primary antibody concentration and antibody incubation times.

  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody [EPR426(2)] (ab109268), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody [EPR426(2)] (ab109268)

    Immunohistochemical analysis of paraffin-embedded human breast carcinoma tissue using unpurified ab109268 at a dilution of 1/50. Heat mediated antigen retrieval was performed before commencing with IHC staining protocol.

  • Dot Blot - Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody [EPR426(2)] (ab109268), expandable thumbnail

    Dot Blot - Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody [EPR426(2)] (ab109268)

    Dot blot analysis of mTOR (phospho S2448) phospho peptide (Lane 1) and mTOR non-phospho peptide (Lane 2) labeling mTOR (phospho S2448) phospho peptide with purified ab109268 at a dilution of 1/1000 (0.073ug/ml). A Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG, (H+L), Peroxidase conjugated (Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) ab97051) was used as the secondary antibody at a dilution of 1/100,000.

    Blocking buffer: 5% NFDM/TBST
    Diluting buffer: 5% NFDM /TBST

  • Western blot - Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody [EPR426(2)] (ab109268), expandable thumbnail

    Western blot - Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody [EPR426(2)] (ab109268)

    MTOR (phospho S2448) Western blot staining using rabbit Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody

    All lanes: Western blot - Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody [EPR426(2)] (ab109268) at 1/1000 dilution

    Lane 1: untreated NIH/3T3 cell lysate at 10 µg

    Lane 2: NIH/3T3 cell lysate treated with insulin at 10 µg

    Lane 3: NIH/3T3 cell lysate treated with insulin, then the membrane treated wth alkaline phosphatase at 10 µg

    Secondary

    All lanes: Western blot - Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) (Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) ab97051) at 1/20000 dilution

    Predicted band size: 289 kDa

    Observed band size: 289 kDa

    Exposure time: 2min

  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody [EPR426(2)] (ab109268), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody [EPR426(2)] (ab109268)

    Immunohistochemical cytoplasmic and nuclear staining of paraffin embedded human endometrium carcinoma with purified ab109268 at a working dilution of 1 in 100. The secondary antibody used is Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) ab97051, a HRP goat anti-rabbit IgG (H+L), at 1/500. The sample is counter-stained with hematoxylin. Antigen retrieval was perfomed using Tris-EDTA buffer, pH 9.0. PBS was used instead of the primary antibody as the negative control, and is shown in the inset.

  • Western blot - Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody [EPR426(2)] (ab109268), expandable thumbnail

    Western blot - Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody [EPR426(2)] (ab109268)

    MTOR (phospho S2448) Western blot staining using rabbit Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody

    All lanes: Western blot - Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody [EPR426(2)] (ab109268) at 1/1000 dilution

    Lane 1: untreated HeLa cell lysate at 10 µg

    Lane 2: HeLa cell lysate treated with insulin at 10 µg

    Lane 3: HeLa cell lystae treated with insulin, and the membrane treated with alkaline phosphatase at 10 µg

    Secondary

    All lanes: Western blot - Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) (Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) ab97051) at 1/2000 dilution

    Predicted band size: 289 kDa

    Observed band size: 289 kDa

    Exposure time: 1min

  • Western blot - Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody [EPR426(2)] (ab109268), expandable thumbnail

    Western blot - Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody [EPR426(2)] (ab109268)

    MTOR (phospho S2448) Western blot staining using rabbit Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody

    All lanes: Western blot - Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody [EPR426(2)] (ab109268) at 1/2000 dilution

    Lane 1: untreated HEK293 cell lysate at 10 µg

    Lane 2: HEK293 cell lysate treated with alkaline phosphatase at 10 µg

    Secondary

    All lanes: Western blot - Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) (Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) ab97051) at 1/20000 dilution

    Predicted band size: 289 kDa

    Observed band size: 289 kDa

    Exposure time: 3min

  • Western blot - Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody [EPR426(2)] (ab109268), expandable thumbnail

    Western blot - Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody [EPR426(2)] (ab109268)

    MTOR (phospho S2448) Western blot staining using rabbit Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody

    All lanes: Western blot - Anti-mTOR (phospho S2448) antibody [EPR426(2)] (ab109268) at 1/5000 dilution

    Lane 1: untreated HEK293 cell lysate at 10 µg

    Lane 2: HEK293 cell lysate treated with alkaline phosphatase at 10 µg

    Secondary

    All lanes: Western blot - Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) (Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) ab97051) at 1/2000 dilution

    Predicted band size: 289 kDa

    Observed band size: 289 kDa

    Exposure time: 3min

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