Abcam, ab307800, Anti-C-Peptide antibody [HL1158]

Size: 100µL
Anti-C-Peptide antibody [HL1158] ab307800 is a carrier-free recombinant rabbit monoclonal detecting C-Peptide. Suitable for ELISA, IHC-P and reacts with Recombinant full length protein - Human, Rat, Human, Mouse samples.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:HL1158,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Human, Mouse, Rat,
Applications:IHC-P, ELISASee 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:
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
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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.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Purification notes-Affinity purified by Protein A., Storage buffer-pH: 7.4Constituents: PBS, 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-+4°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.
C-peptide also known as connecting peptide is a short polypeptide chain consisting of 31 amino acids with a molecular weight of about 3 kDa. It results from enzymatic cleavage during the conversion of proinsulin to insulin and is co-secreted equimolarly with insulin by beta cells of the pancreas. C-peptide does not undergo significant liver metabolism making its levels a meaningful indicator of endogenous insulin production. This peptide is important due to its ability to serve as a biomarker for beta cell function giving insights into the body's insulin production capacity. Commercially available assays for its measurement include C-peptide ELISA and C-peptide ELISA kit important in both clinical and research settings.
Biological function summary
C-peptide plays a role beyond being a mere byproduct of insulin synthesis. Experiments have shown it binds to cell membranes indicating it functions independently and is more than part of the insulin processing complex. Studies suggest C-peptide may have physiological effects such as improving blood flow and possessing anti-inflammatory properties. Its ability to bind likely involves specific interactions that suggest possible receptors a subject of ongoing research. Detection methods like peptide ELISA and peptide test kit further facilitate studying its biological activity and potential therapeutic implications.
Pathways
C-peptide is closely linked to the metabolic insulin signaling pathway. This pathway is integral in glucose homeostasis and involves proteins such as insulin receptor and glucose transporter. Although not directly involved in the receptor-mediated actions of insulin C-peptide's presence alongside insulin shortly after release places it within this critical pathway. Another related pathway includes peptide hormone responses where C-peptide might influence vasodilation or cellular signaling revealing potential avenues for regulating metabolic conditions.
C-peptide is most notably associated with diabetes mellitus specifically type 1 and type 2. Its measurement helps to distinguish between the types of diabetes as it reflects the pancreas's ability to produce insulin. Lower levels often correlate with type 1 diabetes due to autoimmune destruction of beta cells whereas type 2 diabetes may still show normal C-peptide levels as the disease progresses. C-peptide also contributes to diabetic complications through associations with proteins involved in vascular function suggesting its possible role in conditions like diabetic nephropathy and retinopathy.