Abcam, ab251559, Anti-TSH Receptor/TSH-R antibody [EPR19751] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal TSH Receptor/TSH-R antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for IHC-P and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 1 publication.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR19751,
Isotype:IgG,
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:The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.

Product details:
ab251559 is the carrier-free version of
ab218108
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.
The TSH Receptor (TSH-R) also known as thyrotropin receptor is an important protein in the regulation of the thyroid gland. Its molecular mass is approximately 84 kDa. TSH-R is predominantly expressed on the surface of thyroid follicular cells. This receptor functions mechanically by binding thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) initiating a cascade that increases the production and release of thyroid hormones such as thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3). This receptor is critical in maintaining proper thyroid function.
Biological function summary
TSH-R plays an important role in the regulation of metabolic processes. As part of the endocrine system the TSH-R interacts with TSH secreted by the anterior pituitary modulating signaling pathways that contribute to cell growth differentiation and hormone production in the thyroid gland. TSH-R is a component of the G protein-coupled receptor family sharing structural similarities with other receptors in this group. Additionally its activation influences the synthesis of both T4 and T3 which are essential for normal development metabolism and thermoregulation.
Pathways
The TSH-R is important in the cyclic AMP (cAMP) signaling pathway. Upon TSH binding the receptor activates adenylate cyclase via the Gs protein resulting in cAMP production. This activation influences several downstream processes that promote thyroid hormone synthesis and secretion. Furthermore TSH-R engages in cross-talk with other pathways related to cell proliferation and survival. The receptor is linked with proteins like G proteins that mediate its signaling effects integrating into the broader network of hormonal regulation.
TSH-R is strongly associated with autoimmune thyroid diseases particularly Graves' disease and Hashimoto's thyroiditis. In Graves’ disease stimulating antibodies known as thyroid-stimulating immunoglobulins (TSI) mimic TSH and activate the TSH-R causing overproduction of thyroid hormones and leading to hyperthyroidism. In Hashimoto's thyroiditis TSH-R participates indirectly as autoantibodies can lead to receptor destruction and subsequent hypothyroidism. These conditions often involve interactions with additional immune-related proteins such as T cells and cytokines affecting overall immune tolerance in the thyroid gland.