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Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal PICALM antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for WB, IHC-P, ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples.

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Western blot - Anti-PICALM antibody [EPR12177] - BSA and Azide free (AB249736), expandable thumbnail
  • Western blot - Anti-PICALM antibody [EPR12177] - BSA and Azide free (AB249736), expandable thumbnail

Key facts

Isotype
IgG
Host species
Rabbit
Storage buffer

pH: 7.2 - 7.4
Constituents: PBS

Form
Liquid
Clonality
Monoclonal

Immunogen

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

Reactivity data

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IPFlow CytWBIHC-PICC/IF
Human
Not recommended
Not recommended
Tested
Expected
Expected
Mouse
Not recommended
Not recommended
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Predicted
Predicted

Not recommended
Not recommended

Species
Human, Mouse
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Not recommended
Not recommended

Species
Human, Mouse
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Tested
Tested

Species
Human
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-
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-

Predicted
Predicted

Species
Mouse
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-
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-

Expected
Expected

Species
Human
Dilution info
-
Notes

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

Predicted
Predicted

Species
Mouse
Dilution info
-
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-

Expected
Expected

Species
Human
Dilution info
Use at an assay dependent concentration.
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Predicted
Predicted

Species
Mouse
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-
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Target data

Function

Cytoplasmic adapter protein that plays a critical role in clathrin-mediated endocytosis which is important in processes such as internalization of cell receptors, synaptic transmission or removal of apoptotic cells. Recruits AP-2 and attaches clathrin triskelions to the cytoplasmic side of plasma membrane leading to clathrin-coated vesicles (CCVs) assembly (PubMed:10436022, PubMed:16262731, PubMed:27574975). Furthermore, regulates clathrin-coated vesicle size and maturation by directly sensing and driving membrane curvature (PubMed:25898166). In addition to binding to clathrin, mediates the endocytosis of small R-SNARES (Soluble NSF Attachment Protein REceptors) between plasma membranes and endosomes including VAMP2, VAMP3, VAMP4, VAMP7 or VAMP8 (PubMed:21808019, PubMed:22118466, PubMed:23741335). In turn, PICALM-dependent SNARE endocytosis is required for the formation and maturation of autophagic precursors (PubMed:25241929). Modulates thereby autophagy and the turnover of autophagy substrates such as MAPT/TAU or amyloid precursor protein cleaved C-terminal fragment (APP-CTF) (PubMed:24067654, PubMed:25241929).

Alternative names

CALM, PICALM, Phosphatidylinositol-binding clathrin assembly protein, Clathrin assembly lymphoid myeloid leukemia protein

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Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal PICALM antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for WB, IHC-P, ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples.

Key facts

Isotype
IgG
Form
Liquid
Clonality
Monoclonal
Immunogen
  • The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.
Carrier free
Yes
Clone number
EPR12177
Purification technique
Affinity purification Protein A
Concentration
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Storage

Shipped at conditions
Blue Ice
Appropriate short-term storage conditions
+4°C
Appropriate long-term storage conditions
+4°C
Storage information
Do Not Freeze

Notes

ab249736 is the carrier-free version of Anti-PICALM antibody [EPR12177] ab172962.

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

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.

Our carrier-free antibodies are typically supplied in a PBS-only formulation, purified and free of BSA, sodium azide and glycerol. The carrier-free buffer and high concentration allow for increased conjugation efficiency.

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.

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.

Supplementary info

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

PICALM also known as Phosphatidylinositol binding clathrin assembly protein is a protein weighing approximately 70 kDa. It plays an important role in clathrin-mediated endocytosis where it helps assembly of the clathrin coat on the cytoplasmic face of the cell membrane. Expression of the PICALM gene is found in various tissues with significant levels in the brain lungs and spleen. The gene encoding PICALM is located on chromosome 11.

Biological function summary

PICALM is essential in the trafficking of molecules within cells particularly in the endocytosis and endosomal sorting pathways. This protein is part of large protein complexes assembled during the formation of vesicles. Through these complexes PICALM influences the transport and recycling of membrane receptors and other molecules ensuring proper cellular functions. The clathrin coat assembly and disassembly rely heavily on its function for effective cellular trafficking processes.

Pathways

PICALM integrates into the clathrin-mediated endocytosis and vesicle-mediated transport pathways. It works alongside proteins such as adaptin and dynamin to facilitate the internalization of proteins and later processing within cellular compartments. In the context of cellular signaling and homeostasis these pathways involving PICALM contribute significantly to receptor recycling and downregulation maintaining proper cellular responses to external stimuli.

Associated diseases and disorders

PICALM has been linked to Alzheimer's disease and acute myeloid leukemia (AML). In Alzheimer's disease altered PICALM function or expression can affect amyloid precursor protein processing implicating proteins such as presenilins and tau as well. For acute myeloid leukemia the PICALM-MLLT10 fusion protein resulting from chromosomal translocations can contribute to leukemogenesis by disrupting normal gene regulation. These associations highlight the diverse roles and importance of PICALM in both normal physiology and pathology.

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