A2M Rabbit Polyclonal Antibody

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Key features and details

Rabbit polyclonal antibody to A2M

Target: A2M
Source/Host: Rabbit
Reactivity: Human,Rat,Monkey
Clonality: Polyclonal
Applications: WB, IHC, IF/ICC
Conjugation: Unconjugated
Storage: at-20°C

Brand:

CAT.NO. : APA09087

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Product Details

Background

Is able to inhibit all four classes of proteinases by a unique 'trapping' mechanism. This protein has a peptide stretch, called the 'bait region' which contains specific cleavage sites for different proteinases. When a proteinase cleaves the bait region, a conformational change is induced in the protein which traps the proteinase. The entrapped enzyme remains active against low molecular weight substrates (activity against high molecular weight substrates is greatly reduced). Following cleavage in the bait region, a thioester bond is hydrolyzed and mediates the covalent binding of the protein to the proteinase.

Application

To ensure optimal assay performance, AREX recommends conducting reagent titration tailored to each testing system for optimal detection results.

WB	1:500 - 1:1000
IHC	1:50 - 1:100
IF/ICC	1:50 - 1:200

*Results are sample-specific. Please refer to your local assay conditions and test parameters for reference.

Overview

Description	Rabbit polyclonal antibody to A2M
Specificity	Recognizes endogenous levels of A2M protein.
Antibody Type	Primary antibody
Imnunogen	KLH-conjugated synthetic peptide encompassing a sequence within the center region of human A2M. The exact sequence is proprietary.
Purification	The antibody was purified by immunogen affinity chromatography.
Molecular Weight	Predicted: 163 kD; Observed: 185 kD
Form/Buffer	Liquid in 0.42% Potassium phosphate, 0.87% Sodium chloride, pH 7.3, 30% glycerol, and 0.01% sodium azide.
Alternative Names	CPAMD5; Alpha-2-macroglobulin; Alpha-2-M; C3 and PZP-like alpha-2-macroglobulin domain-containing protein 5
Gene Symbol	A2M
Entrez Gene	2(Human); 100911545; 24153(Rat)
SwissProt	P01023(Human); P06238(Rat)

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*Clone Number, Reactivity, Source/Host and Clonality can be found in the product name and Key Features section above.

Data

Western blot analysis of A2M expression in A375 (A), LO2 (B), PC12 (C) whole cell lysates. (Predicted band size: 163 kD; Observed band size: 185 kD)

Immunohistochemical analysis of A2M staining in human liver formalin fixed paraffin embedded tissue section. The section was pre-treated using heat mediated antigen retrieval with sodium citrate buffer (pH 6.0). The section was then incubated with the antibody at room temperature and detected using an HRP conjugated compact polymer system. DAB was used as the chromogen. The section was then counterstained with haematoxylin and mounted with DPX.

Immunofluorescent analysis of A2M staining in MDAMB231 cells. Formalin-fixed cells were permeabilized with 0.1% Triton X-100 in TBS for 5-10 minutes and blocked with 3% BSA-PBS for 30 minutes at room temperature. Cells were probed with the primary antibody in 3% BSA-PBS and incubated overnight at 4 °C in a hidified chamber. Cells were washed with PBST and incubated with a AREX® Fluor 488 -conjugated secondary antibody (green) in PBS at room temperature in the dark. Phalloidin - AREX® Fluor 594 was used to stain Actin filaments (red). DAPI was used to stain the cell nuclei (blue).

Storage

Store at 4°C short term. For long term storage, store at -20°C, avoiding freeze/thaw cycles.

Note

For Research Use Only. Not for diagnostic, therapeutics, prophylactic or in vivo use.

FAQs

What are the main types of research antibodies and how do they differ?

Research antibodies are mainly divided into monoclonal antibodies and polyclonal antibodies. Monoclonal antibodies typically offer higher specificity and better batch-to-batch consistency, while polyclonal antibodies often provide stronger affinity but may show more variation between batches. The choice depends on your specific experimental needs.

How can I tell if a research antibody is suitable for my experiment?

It is recommended to carefully review the product datasheet for validated applications, species reactivity, recommended dilutions, and published references. For new antibodies, performing a small-scale validation with positive control samples is usually helpful.

Can improper storage of research antibodies affect experimental results?

Yes. Antibodies are sensitive to temperature, repeated freeze-thaw cycles, and contamination. Improper storage may lead to reduced activity, increased background, or weaker signals. It is best to follow the storage instructions provided in the product datasheet.

Why doesn’t the recommended dilution in the datasheet work well in my experiment?

The recommended dilution is based on the supplier’s test conditions. Factors such as sample type, fixation method, and detection system in your lab can influence the optimal working concentration. Performing a dilution series optimization in your own system is often necessary.

What precautions should I take when using a newly purchased research antibody for the first time?

It is advisable to briefly centrifuge the antibody (especially concentrated or lyophilized ones), then perform a small-scale pilot experiment using the recommended conditions. Recording the batch number and usage date is also helpful for future tracking.

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