Abcam, ab114983, Anti-TCR gamma + TCR delta antibody [V65]

Size: 100µg
Mouse Monoclonal CD3G antibody. Suitable for Flow Cyt and reacts with Rat samples. Cited in 1 publication. Immunogen corresponding to Cell preparation containing T-cell surface glycoprotein CD3 gamma chain protein.
Key facts
Host species:Mouse,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:V65,
Isotype:IgG1,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Rat,
Applications: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.Cell preparation containing Cd3d protein. Database linkP19377

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Purification notes-ab114983 was purified from cell culture supernatant by protein A affinity chromatography. Purity is > 95% (by SDS-PAGE)., Storage buffer-pH: 7.4Preservative: 0.1% Sodium azideConstituents: 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--20°C, Aliquoting information-Upon delivery aliquot

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
The TCR gamma + TCR delta also known as gamma delta T-cell receptor is a part of the T-cell receptor (TCR) family. It has alternative names like gammadelta TCR or simply TCRΔ/γ. The gamma and delta chains form a heterodimer that is part of the cell surface receptor complex. This complex is important for ligand recognition and immune response. The mass of the TCR gamma and TCR delta chains is not specified but they form between ZAP-70 and the CD3 complex on the surface of a subset of T-cells. These receptors are mainly expressed on gamma delta T-cells which are a minor population of T-cells in peripheral blood but more abundant in mucosal tissues and epithelial layers.
Biological function summary
TCR gamma and TCR delta are involved in recognizing antigens without presentation by major histocompatibility complex (MHC) molecules. The receptor complex allows these cells to respond to a diverse range of non-peptide antigens mostly derived from microbial origin including phosphoantigens and lipids. This enables gamma delta T-cells to bridge innate and adaptive immunity. They do not always require antigen processing and can recognize antigens directly contributing efficiently to immune surveillance and early response to infections and cellular stress.
Pathways
TCR gamma and TCR delta are important in the signaling networks that mediate immune responses. They are involved in pathways such as the nuclear factor of activated T-cells (NFAT) and mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) pathways. These pathways promote the activation proliferation and differentiation of T-cells upon antigen recognition. The TCR complex including CD3 plays a role in these signal transduction events and ZAP-70 a protein tyrosine kinase is key for initiating these pathways upon TCR activation.
Mutations or dysregulation in TCR gamma and TCR delta can lead to immune-related conditions. For example abnormalities in these receptors have been linked to autoimmune diseases such as celiac disease and multiple sclerosis. Their role in these disorders is related to faulty recognition and response to autoantigens leading to inappropriate immune responses. Additionally gamma delta T-cells and their receptors are of interest in cancer research as they participate in tumor immunosurveillance. Connections with molecules like CD3 and ZAP-70 facilitate ongoing exploration for therapeutic interventions targeting immune-related pathologies.