This gene encodes the fatty acid binding protein found in epidermal cells, and was first identified as being upregulated in psoriasis tissue. Fatty acid binding proteins are a family of small, highly conserved, cytoplasmic proteins that bind long-chain fatty acids and other hydrophobic ligands. FABPs may play roles in fatty acid uptake, transport, and metabolism. Polymorphisms in this gene are associated with type 2 diabetes. The human genome contains many pseudogenes similar to this locus. FABP5 is also associated with poor survival in triple-negative breast cancer. Additionally, FABP5 gene is upregulated in colorectal cancer cells compared to normal colon cells in a manner that correlates with disease stage and that FABP5 significantly promotes colorectal cancer cell growth and metastatic potential.
Formulation
1 mg/ml in 1X PBS; BSA free, sodium azide free
Host
Mouse
Immunogen Region
Recombinant full length human protein was used as the immunogen for the FABP5 antibody.
Isotype
Mouse IgG2a, kappa
Species Reactivity
Human
Note
Optimal dilution of the antibody should be determined by the researcher.
Uniprot
Q01469
Format
Purified
Purity
Protein G affinity chromatography
Storage
Store the FABP5 antibody at 2-8oC (with azide) or aliquot and store at -20oC or colder (without azide).