Abcam, ab242881, Anti-FGFR3 antibody [EPR19020-107] - BSA and Azide free (Detector)

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal FGFR3 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for sELISA and reacts with Human samples.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR19020-107,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:sELISASee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.

Product details:
ab242881 is a BSA and Azide Free antibody supplied in an unconjugated format and it is suitable for sandwich ELISAs to quantify Human FGFR3. The recommended pair for sandwich ELISA is:
Capture:
ab242636
, Human FGFR3 Capture Antibody (unconjugated)
Detector: ab242881, Human FGFR3 Detector Antibody (unconjugated)
The reference range value is 62.5 - 4000 pg/ml.
Patented technology
Our RabMAb
technology is a patented hybridoma-based technology for making rabbit monoclonal antibodies. For details on our patents, please refer to
RabMAb® patents
What are the advantages of a recombinant monoclonal antibody?
This product is a recombinant monoclonal antibody, which offers several advantages including:
- High batch-to-batch consistency and reproducibility
- Improved sensitivity and specificity
- Long-term security of supply
- Animal-free batch production
For more information, read more on
recombinant antibodies
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.
Sandwich ELISA
The recommended antibody orientation is based on internal optimization for ELISA-based assays. Antibody orientation is assay dependent and needs to be optimized for each assay type. Please note that the range provided for this antibody is only an estimation based on the performance of the product using the recommended antibody pair. Performance of the antibody pair will depend on the specific characteristics of your assay. We guarantee the product works in sandwich ELISA, but we do not guarantee the sensitivity or dynamic range of the antibody in your assay.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-Constituents: PBS, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions-+4°C

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
FGFR3 or fibroblast growth factor receptor 3 is a tyrosine kinase receptor with a molecular mass of approximately 95 kDa. This receptor also known as CD333 primarily interacts with fibroblast growth factors. It resides on the cell surface and is predominately expressed in bone cartilage and the brain. FGFR3 plays a major role in cell growth regulation and differentiation affecting how cells respond to external signals.
Biological function summary
FGFR3 participates in important processes such as chondrogenesis and osteogenesis which are essential for bone growth and development. The receptor operates within a complex system involving interactions with ligand-induced dimerization and autophosphorylation. This phosphorylation event activates the receptor's intrinsic kinase activity further triggering downstream signaling pathways for cellular responses.
Pathways
FGFR3 is involved with the MAPK/ERK and PI3K/AKT pathways which play significant roles in cell proliferation differentiation and survival. FGFR3 links closely with FGF ligands and similar receptor types such as FGFR1 and FGFR2 within these pathways. Differences in pathway activation can lead to diverse biological responses illustrating its pivotal role in maintaining cellular homeostasis.
FGFR3 mutations have significant links to skeletal disorders most notably achondroplasia characterized by short limbs and abnormal bone growth. FGFR3 also associates with bladder cancer where overactivity of the receptor leads to increased cell proliferation and survival. Mutations in FGFR3 often correlate with these conditions impacting signaling pathways and interacting with proteins such as PTPN11 highlighting its critical role in pathogenesis.