Testing Data
Rabbit ALDH2 Polyclonal Antibody | anti-ALDH2 antibody
ALDH2 Antibody (Center)
Appearance: Colorless liquid
Shelf Life: 12 months
Testing Data
Testing Data
Background: ALDH2 (Aldehyde dehydrogenase 2 family) belongs to the aldehyde dehydrogenase family which catalyze the chemical transformation from acetaldehyde to acetic acid and is the second enzyme of the major oxidative pathway of alcohol metabolism. Aldehyde dehydrogenases (ALDHs) mediate NADP+-dependent oxidation of aldehydes into acids during detoxification of alcohol-derived acetaldehyde; lipid peroxidation; and metabolism of corticosteroids, biogenic amines and neurotransmitters. ALDH1A1, also designated retinal dehydrogenase 1 (RalDH1 or RALDH1); aldehyde dehydrogenase family 1 member A1; aldehyde dehydrogenase cytosolic; ALDHII; ALDH-E1 or ALDH E1, is a retinal dehydrogenase that participates in the biosynthesis of retinoic acid (RA). The major liver isoform ALDH1 localizes to cytosolic space, while ALDH2 localizes to the mitochondria. The ALDH1A2 (RALDH2, RALDH2-T) gene produces three different transcripts and also catalyzes the synthesis of RA from retinaldehyde. ALDH2 is present in most Caucasians, yet is absent in 50% of Asians. The absence of this enzyme has been linked to alcohol intolerance; and thusly, a reduced risk for alcoholism-related liver disease.
NCBI and Uniprot Product Information
NCBI Description
This protein belongs to the aldehyde dehydrogenase family of proteins. Aldehyde dehydrogenase is the second enzyme of the major oxidative pathway of alcohol metabolism. Two major liver isoforms of aldehyde dehydrogenase, cytosolic and mitochondrial, can be distinguished by their electrophoretic mobilities, kinetic properties, and subcellular localizations. Most Caucasians have two major isozymes, while approximately 50% of Orientals have the cytosolic isozyme but not the mitochondrial isozyme. A remarkably higher frequency of acute alcohol intoxication among Orientals than among Caucasians could be related to the absence of a catalytically active form of the mitochondrial isozyme. The increased exposure to acetaldehyde in individuals with the catalytically inactive form may also confer greater susceptibility to many types of cancer. This gene encodes a mitochondrial isoform, which has a low Km for acetaldehydes, and is localized in mitochondrial matrix. Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants encoding distinct isoforms.[provided by RefSeq, Mar 2011]
Uniprot Description
ALDH2: This protein belongs to the aldehyde dehydrogenase family of proteins. Aldehyde dehydrogenase is the second enzyme of the major oxidative pathway of alcohol metabolism. Two major liver isoforms of aldehyde dehydrogenase, cytosolic and mitochondrial, can be distinguished by their electrophoretic mobilities, kinetic properties, and subcellular localizations. Most Caucasians have two major isozymes, while approximately 50% of Orientals have the cytosolic isozyme but not the mitochondrial isozyme. A remarkably higher frequency of acute alcohol intoxication among Orientals than among Caucasians could be related to the absence of a catalytically active form of the mitochondrial isozyme. The increased exposure to acetaldehyde in individuals with the catalytically inactive form may also confer greater susceptibility to many types of cancer. This gene encodes a mitochondrial isoform, which has a low Km for acetaldehydes, and is localized in mitochondrial matrix. Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants encoding distinct isoforms.[provided by RefSeq, Mar 2011]
Protein type: Amino Acid Metabolism - histidine; Oxidoreductase; Mitochondrial; Carbohydrate Metabolism - glycolysis and gluconeogenesis; Amino Acid Metabolism - valine, leucine and isoleucine degradation; Other Amino Acids Metabolism - beta-alanine; Lipid Metabolism - fatty acid; EC 1.2.1.3; Lipid Metabolism - glycerolipid; Amino Acid Metabolism - arginine and proline; Carbohydrate Metabolism - ascorbate and aldarate; Amino Acid Metabolism - lysine degradation; Carbohydrate Metabolism - pyruvate; Amino Acid Metabolism - tryptophan; Carbohydrate Metabolism - butanoate; Carbohydrate Metabolism - propanoate; Secondary Metabolites Metabolism - limonene and pinene degradation
Chromosomal Location of Human Ortholog: 12q24.2
Cellular Component: mitochondrial matrix
Molecular Function: aldehyde dehydrogenase (NAD) activity; electron carrier activity; aldehyde dehydrogenase [NAD(P)+] activity
Biological Process: synaptic transmission; ethanol catabolic process; xenobiotic metabolic process; alcohol metabolic process; carbohydrate metabolic process; ethanol oxidation; neurotransmitter biosynthetic process
Disease: Alcohol Sensitivity, Acute
Research Articles on ALDH2
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Product Notes
The ALDH2 aldh2 (Catalog #AAA841276) is an Antibody produced from Rabbit and is intended for research purposes only. The product is available for immediate purchase. The ALDH2 Antibody (Center) reacts with Human. Predicted cross reactivity with Mouse and Rat samples. and may cross-react with other species as described in the data sheet. AAA Biotech's ALDH2 can be used in a range of immunoassay formats including, but not limited to, Western Blot (WB), Immunohistochemistry (IHC). Western blot: ~1:1000, IHC: ~1:10-1:50. Researchers should empirically determine the suitability of the ALDH2 aldh2 for an application not listed in the data sheet. Researchers commonly develop new applications and it is an integral, important part of the investigative research process. It is sometimes possible for the material contained within the vial of "ALDH2, Polyclonal Antibody" to become dispersed throughout the inside of the vial, particularly around the seal of said vial, during shipment and storage. We always suggest centrifuging these vials to consolidate all of the liquid away from the lid and to the bottom of the vial prior to opening. Please be advised that certain products may require dry ice for shipping and that, if this is the case, an additional dry ice fee may also be required.Precautions
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