Abcam, ab213004, Anti-CD5 antibody [C5/473 + CD5/54/F6] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg
Mouse Multiclonal CD5 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for IHC-P and reacts with Human samples. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human CD5.
Key facts
Host species:Mouse,
Clonality:Multiclonal,
Clone number:C5/473 + CD5/54/F6,
Isotype:IgG1,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:IHC-PSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human CD5. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.P06127,
Specificity:ab200697 does not react with granulocytes or monocytes.

Product details:
ab213004 is a carrier free version of
ab200697
. Anti-CD5 detection is diagnostic in CLL/SLL within a panel of other B-cell markers, especially one that includes anti-CD23. Anti-CD5 is also very useful in differentiating among mature small lymphoid cell malignancies. In addition, anti-CD5 can be used in distinguishing thymic carcinoma (+) from thymoma (-).
Conjugation ready
Our carrier-free antibodies are typically supplied in a PBS-only formulation, purified and free of BSA, sodium azide and glycerol. This conjugation-ready format is designed for use with fluorochromes, metal isotopes, oligonucleotides, and enzymes, which makes them ideal for antibody labelling, functional and cell-based assays, flow-based assays (e.g. mass cytometry) and Multiplex Imaging applications.
Use our
conjugation kits
for antibody conjugates that are ready-to-use in as little as 20 minutes with 1 minute hands-on-time and 100% antibody recovery: available for fluorescent dyes, HRP, biotin and gold.
What is an oligoclonal antibody?
This oligoclonal antibody is a cocktail of monoclonal antibodies that have been carefully selected. Oligoclonal antibodies have not only the specificity and batch-to-batch consistency of a monoclonal antibody, but also have the advantage of the sensitivity of a polyclonal antibody due to their ability to recognize multiple epitopes on an antigen.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A/G, Purification notes-ab2697 was purified from Bioreactor Concentrate., Storage buffer-pH: 7.2 - 7.4Constituents: PBS, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage duration-1-2 weeks, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions--20°C, Aliquoting information-Upon delivery aliquot, Storage information-Avoid freeze / thaw cycle

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
CD5 also known as T1 or Leu-1 is a glycoprotein with a molecular mass of approximately 67 kDa. It is expressed mainly on the surface of T cells and a subset of B cells. CD5 plays a major role in the regulation of immune responses. It functions by modulating T-cell receptor (TCR) signaling often acting as a negative regulator to prevent excessive immune activation. Researchers often utilize CD5 antibodies such as those conjugated with PerCP for immunohistochemistry (IHC) to study this protein's expression and distribution.
Biological function summary
CD5 is essential in the immune system's ability to maintain tolerance to self-antigens thereby preventing autoimmune responses. CD5 forms part of a receptor complex on the cell surface that interacts with ligands and other receptors to fine-tune immune cell signaling. Its localization and function in T cells relate closely to its ability to modulate signaling pathways essential for cell survival and proliferation. This modulation is important for ensuring that immune responses are appropriate to the stimuli encountered.
Pathways
CD5 is involved in signal transduction processes important for immune tolerance and modulation. It intersects with pathways like the T cell receptor (TCR) signaling pathway and the NF-kB signaling pathway. These pathways involve interaction with proteins like Zap70 a tyrosine kinase related to TCR signaling and the downstream activation of transcription factors that regulate immune responses. The protein CRIS1 also appears in some pathway interactions highlighting the interconnected nature of immune regulatory proteins.
CD5 has significant associations with autoimmune diseases such as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) where its modulatory role can affect autoantibody production. Additionally CD5 in conjunction with proteins like OX19 correlates with certain lymphoproliferative disorders including chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). In these disorders the expression and function of CD5 may impact disease progression and patient response to therapy making it a potential target for intervention in immune-related conditions.