Abcam, ab187607-25Test, Alexa Fluor® 488 Anti-LAMP2 antibody [H4B4] - Lysosome Marker

Supplementary information
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Biological function summary
LAMP2 is essential for the normal fusion of lysosomes with autophagosomes. This process ensures the recycling of cellular components and maintenance of cellular homeostasis. LAMP2 acts in conjunction with other members of the lysosome-associated membrane protein family LAMP1 and LAMP3 forming part of a larger complex. This interaction is fundamental in managing the degradation pathways within the cell supporting processes such as lipid metabolism and protein turnover.
Pathways
The activity of LAMP2 is critical in the autophagic and degradation pathways within the cell. It particularly interacts in the autophagy-lysosome pathway where it aids the clearance of damaged organelles and protein aggregates. LAMP2 interaction with proteins such as the autophagy-related protein LC3 helps this degradation process. Additionally LAMP2 plays a role in endocytic pathways linking it to proteins involved in vesicle trafficking and membrane fusion.