Abcam, ab250373, Anti-DDB2 antibody [EPR9811] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal DDB2 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for WB, IHC-P and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 1 publication.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR9811,
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:
ab250373 is the carrier-free version of
ab181136
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.
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 Protein A, 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.
DDB2 also known as DNA damage-binding protein 2 plays a mechanical role in the nucleotide excision repair (NER) pathway. It is a part of the UV-damaged DNA-binding protein complex and assists in recognizing and cutting damaged DNA. The mass of DDB2 is approximately 48 kDa. The expression of DDB2 occurs broadly but it shows enhanced expression in tissues exposed to UV light like skin.
Biological function summary
Engagement in DNA repair mechanisms allows DDB2 to help maintain genomic stability. It forms a critical part of the DDB1-DDB2 complex which collaborates with other proteins in the initial damage recognition step of NER. This involvement ensures the repair of UV-induced damage and bulky DNA adducts preventing mutations that can cause harmful genetic alterations.
Pathways
The involvement of DDB2 is important within the nucleotide excision repair and transcription-coupled repair pathways. In these pathways DDB2 partners with proteins such as XPC and XPA facilitating the recognition and verification of DNA damage. These interactions ensure an accurate and efficient repair process protecting cells from potential genotoxic stress.
DDB2 has relevance to skin cancer and xeroderma pigmentosum. Among these mutations or dysregulation involving DDB2 can lead to skin cancer due to impaired DNA repair response to UV damage. It connects to p53 a protein that regulates the cell cycle and likewise contributes to cellular responses against DNA damage. In xeroderma pigmentosum defects in components of the NER pathway including DDB2 lead to extreme sensitivity to sunlight and subsequent skin abnormalities.