Recombinant Mouse anti Human CD56

Catalogue Number: 0566P-EXA

Manufacturer:ExAlpha
Type:Monoclonal Primary Antibody - Unconjugated
Alias:CD56/Neural Cell Adhesion Molecule/NCAM
Shipping Condition:Blue Ice
Unit(s): 0.1 mg
Host name: Mouse
Clone: C5.9 E1 (derived from clone C5.9)
Isotype: IgG2b
Immunogen:
Application: FC, ICC, IHC-P, IHC-Fr

Description

Description: NCAM / CD56, as a member of the immunoglobulin superfamily of adhesion molecules is characterized by several immunoglobulin (Ig)-like domains. The extracellular part of NCAM consists of five of these Ig domains and two fibronectin type III homology regions. NCAM is encoded by a single copy gene composed of 26 exons. However, at least 20-30 distinct isoforms can be generated by alternative splicing and by posttranslational modifications, such as sialylation. During sialylation, polysialic acid (PSA) carbohydrates are attached to the extracellular part of NCAM. Through its extracellular region, NCAM mediates homophilic interactions. In addition, NCAM can also undergo heterophilic interactions by binding extracellular matrix components, such as laminin, or other cell adhesion molecules, such as integrins. NCAM can be found in central and peripheral nerve cells, neuroendocrine tissues and at the surface of NK-cells. Also, NCAM is present in malignancies derived from these tissues and cells.

Additional Text

Concentration

0.5 mg/ml

Purification

Protein A/G Purified

Antibody Clonality

Monoclonal

Application Notes

0566P is suitable for flow cytometry, immunocytochemistry, and immunohistochemistry on frozen and paraffin-embedd tissue sections. Optimal antibody dilution should be determined by titration; recommended range is 1:200 - 1:500 for immunohistochemistry with fluorochrome conjugated secondary antibodies or with avidin-biotinylated horseradish peroxidase complex (ABC) as detection reagent.

Storage Note

The product should be stored at -20C. Aliquot to avoid freeze/thaw cycles