Anti-Rab4 antibody - Early Endosome Marker

Supplementary information

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Biological function summary

Rab4 coordinates the trafficking of cargo between endosomes and the plasma membrane. It usually forms part of a protein complex that governs the recycling pathway of internalized membrane proteins and lipids. Rab4 modulates various cellular processes by impacting the rapid recycling of receptors receptors often return to the cell surface in response to Rab4 regulation. This action is important for maintaining cellular homeostasis and efficient signal transduction serving as a checkpoint for receptor-mediated events.

Pathways

The protein plays significant roles in the endocytic recycling pathway and the insulin signaling pathway. Rab4's activity influences the trafficking cycle often interacting with other proteins such as Rab11 and Rab5 to ensure efficient cargo movement within cells. By facilitating swift endosome recycling Rab4 has a direct impact on intracellular signaling and trafficking pathways supporting a range of cellular activities. This concerted interaction accentuates its importance in managing endosomal traffic and maintaining cellular connectivity.