Abcam, ab249866, Anti-Band 3/AE 1 antibody [EPR1425(2)] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal Band 3/AE 1 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for IHC-P, WB and reacts with Human samples.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR1425(2),
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:WB, IHC-PSee 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:
ab249866 is the carrier-free version of
ab175214
Species reactivity
Mouse, Rat: We have preliminary internal testing data to indicate this antibody may not react with these species.
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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
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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.
Compatibility
This product is compatible with the Maxpar
Antibody Labeling Kit from Fluidigm, without the need for antibody preparation. Maxpar
is a trademark of Fluidigm Canada Inc.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification, Storage buffer-pH: 7.2 - 7.4Constituents: PBS, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions-+4°C, Storage information-Do Not Freeze

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
Band 3 also known as AE1 or Anion Exchanger 1 is an important protein found in red blood cells with a mass of approximately 100 kDa. It primarily facilitates the exchange of chloride (Cl-) and bicarbonate (HCO3-) ions across the cell membrane. This protein plays a significant role in maintaining the acid-base balance in the blood and in carbon dioxide transport. Besides red blood cells Band 3 is also expressed in the kidney specifically in the basolateral membrane of alpha-intercalated cells.
Biological function summary
Band 3 acts as a component of the larger protein complex responsible for the anion exchange process. It interacts with other proteins such as ankyrin and spectrin forming a structural link between the plasma membrane and the cytoskeleton. This interaction is essential in maintaining the red blood cell shape and flexibility. Band 3 also serves as a docking site for various glycolytic enzymes contributing to metabolic regulation within the cell.
Pathways
Band 3 plays a part in the bicarbonate transport pathway critical for regulating blood pH and carbon dioxide removal from tissues to the lungs. It closely interacts with carbonic anhydrase a protein that catalyzes the conversion between carbon dioxide and bicarbonate. Another pathway where Band 3 is involved is the erythrocyte cytoskeleton organization pathway in which it works with proteins like spectrin to stabilize the red blood cell membrane.
Band 3 mutations or deficiencies can lead to conditions like hereditary spherocytosis and distal renal tubular acidosis. Hereditary spherocytosis marked by hemolytic anemia involves the improper formation of red blood cells due to defective Band 3 interactions with ankyrin. Meanwhile a malfunction in Band 3's ion exchange capacity can result in distal renal tubular acidosis affecting the kidneys' ability to maintain acid-base homeostasis. Scientists study these conditions to understand better how Band 3 functions across different cell types and its interactions with related proteins.