Abcam, ab30, Anti-EGFR antibody [EGFR1]

Size: 100µg
Anti-EGFR antibody [EGFR1] (ab30) is a mouse monoclonal antibody detecting EGFR in Flow Cytometry, IHC-Fr, ICC/IF . Suitable for Human . - Over 30 publications - Trusted since 1998
Key facts
Host species:Mouse,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EGFR1,
Isotype:IgG2b,
Light chain type:kappa,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:IHC-Fr, ICC/IF, Flow CytSee 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.,
Epitope:Extracellular epitope mapped between aa 6-273 of human EGFR.,
Specificity:Recognises the external EGF-binding domain of the EGFR transmembrane glycoprotein. No effect on tyrosine kinase activity of EGFR.

Product details:
What is this antibody validated in?
Anti-EGFR antibody [EGFR1] (ab30) is a mouse monoclonal antibody and is validated for use in Flow Cytometry (Flow Cyt), Immunohistochemistry (IHC-Fr), Immunocytochemistry/immunofluorescence (ICC/IF) in Human samples.
Trusted by the scientific community
Anti-EGFR [EGFR1] (ab30) was first used in a scientific publication in 1998 and has been cited over 30 times in peer-reviewed journals.
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Want a custom formulation?
This antibody clone is manufactured by Abcam. If you require a custom buffer formulation or conjugation for your experiments, please contact orders@abcam.com

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification, Storage buffer-Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 6.97% L-Arginine, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage duration-1-2 weeks, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions--20°C, Aliquoting information-Upon delivery aliquot, Storage information-Avoid freeze / thaw cycle

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
EGFR or Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor is a transmembrane glycoprotein that acts as a receptor for members of the epidermal growth factor family. Known alternatively as ErbB1 or HER1 this receptor has an approximate molecular weight of 170 kDa. EGFR is expressed in various cell types notably on epithelial cells and can influence multiple cellular processes through its kinase activity. It participates in the regulation of cell growth multiplication and survival by activating its kinase domain upon ligand binding.
Biological function summary
The EGFR protein plays an important role in cellular communication and signaling processes. EGFR pairs with other receptor family members to form active dimers or even higher-order complexes which in turn initiate intracellular signaling cascades. Through these complexes EGFR influences many processes including cell differentiation and repair. This function of EGFR makes it an integral part of mammalian biology affecting how cells respond to their environment by mediating changes in gene expression.
Pathways
EGFR is a central player in the MAPK and PI3K/Akt signaling pathways. Alongside other protein partners like KRAS and PI3 kinase it contributes to transmitting signals from the cell surface to the nucleus affecting gene transcription and cell behavior. These pathways are important for normal cell growth and division and aberrations in these pathways can lead to excessive or insufficient cell proliferation.
EGFR is pertinent to cancer biology including non-small cell lung cancer and glioblastoma where mutations or overexpression of the receptor frequently occur. It connects to proteins such as PTEN and BRAF which influence tumor progression and response to targeted therapies. EGFR's involvement in these disorders highlights its significance as a therapeutic target since it can be manipulated to alter disease progression.