Abcam, ab259618, Anti-MMP12 antibody [EPR22132-32] - BSA and Azide free (Detector)

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal MMP12 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for sELISA and reacts with Mouse samples.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR22132-32,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Mouse,
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:
ab259618 is a BSA and Azide Free antibody supplied in an unconjugated format and it is suitable for sandwich ELISAs to quantify Mouse MMP12. The recommended pair for sandwich ELISA is:
Capture:
ab259617
, Mouse MMP12 Capture Antibody (unconjugated)
Detector: ab259618, Mouse MMP12 Detector Antibody (unconjugated)
The reference range value is 125 - 8000 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.
Matrix metallopeptidase 12 commonly known as MMP12 or macrophage elastase is an enzyme with a molecular mass of approximately 54 kDa. Found mainly in macrophages MMP12 belongs to the matrix metallopeptidase family. It functions to break down extracellular matrix proteins specifically elastin. Besides macrophages it sees expression in other tissues including the lungs and skin but it holds particular importance in immune cell-related environments.
Biological function summary
MMP12 plays an important role in tissue remodeling and repair processes. It interacts with other proteases within the extracellular matrix. The degradation of elastin by MMP12 contributes to structural organization and it participates in immune response modulation. As part of the matrix metalloproteinase family MMP12 takes part in the larger proteolytic system which comprises multiple enzymes working in concert.
Pathways
MMP12 is an essential factor in the extracellular matrix degradation pathway. This pathway regulates tissue remodeling and inflammatory response. MMP12 independently breaks down elastin while it interacts with proteins like MMP2 and MMP9 which assist in remodeling processes. It also contributes to the regulation of cytokines that orchestrate immune functions.
Overexpression of MMP12 is strongly linked to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and atherosclerosis. In COPD MMP12's breakdown of elastin contributes to tissue damage in the lung. In atherosclerosis the enzyme accelerates plaque destabilization impacting cardiovascular health. Additionally MMP12 shares functional relationships with proteins such as TIMPs (tissue inhibitors of metalloproteinases) which regulate its activity and play roles in disease pathogenesis.