Rad53 Antibody (B-6) is a mouse monoclonal IgG2a antibody that detects Rad53 in yeast by applications such as western blotting (WB), immunoprecipitation (IP), and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). Rad53 is a crucial protein kinase that plays a vital role in the cellular response to DNA damage, particularly during the G2 and S phase checkpoints of the cell cycle. Rad53 activation is essential for halting cell cycle progression, allowing for the repair of damaged DNA before replication occurs, thereby maintaining genomic integrity. Rad53 interacts with several key proteins, including Mec1, which is a homolog of the human ATM protein and is responsible for initiating the DNA damage response. The interaction between Rad53 and Mec1 is critical, as this ensures that the cell can effectively respond to DNA damage signals and prevent the propagation of mutations. Additionally, Rad53 is involved in regulating other checkpoint proteins such as Pds1 and Mad2, which are essential for monitoring spindle integrity and ensuring proper chromosome segregation. Rad53′s ability to coordinate these processes underscores its importance in cellular health and the prevention of cancerous transformations, making anti-Rad53 antibody (B-6) an invaluable tool for researchers studying DNA damage response mechanisms in yeast.
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Ordering Information
Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
Rad53 Antibody (B-6) | sc-74426 | 200 µg/ml | $316.00 | |||
Rad53 Antibody (B-6): m-IgG2a BP-HRP Bundle | sc-546010 | 200 µg Ab; 10 µg BP | $354.00 |