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: 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.
0.5 mg/ml
Protein A/G Purified
Monoclonal
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.
The product should be stored at -20C. Aliquot to avoid freeze/thaw cycles