Abcam, ab274384, Anti-LAMC2 antibody [EPR23654-127] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal LAMC2 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for ICC/IF, IP, WB, Flow Cyt (Intra) and reacts with Human samples.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR23654-127,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:Flow Cyt (Intra), ICC/IF, IP, WBSee 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:
ab274384 is the carrier-free version of
ab274376
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 LAMC2 protein also known as laminin subunit gamma-2 is an essential component of the extracellular matrix. It is a subunit of the laminin-332 complex formerly referred to as laminin-5 and has an approximate mass of 160 kDa. LAMC2 is widely expressed in various tissues most prominently in epithelial tissues. It localizes at the basement membrane zone where epithelial and mesenchymal tissues meet.
Biological function summary
LAMC2 plays a critical role in cell adhesion migration and signal transduction. Laminin-332 which includes LAMC2 binds to integrin receptors on cell surfaces facilitating cell-matrix interactions and communication. This complex is important for basement membrane stability and tissue organization and it is actively involved in wound healing by promoting keratinocyte migration and melanin transport.
Pathways
LAMC2 integrates into several important extracellular matrix pathways including the integrin signaling pathway. These pathways involve interactions with proteins like integrin alpha-6/beta-4 which are linked to cellular adhesion and mobility. LAMC2 also contributes to epithelial cell functions and is involved in the PI3K/AKT signaling pathway highlighting its importance in cell proliferation and survival.
LAMC2 has significant associations with conditions like dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa and invasive carcinomas. In dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa mutations in LAMC2 disrupt the integrity of the basement membrane leading to fragile skin and blistering. In cancer abnormal expression or alteration of LAMC2 can promote tumor invasion and metastasis often in conjunction with overexpression of matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) that degrade the extracellular matrix therefore facilitating cancer cell infiltration.