Abcam, ab157312, PerCP/Cy5.5® Anti-CD14 antibody [MEM-15]

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Mouse Monoclonal CD14 antibody - conjugated to PerCP/Cy5.5®. Suitable for Flow Cyt and reacts with Human, Primates samples. Cited in 4 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Native Full Length Protein corresponding to Human CD14.
Key facts
Host species:Mouse,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:MEM-15,
Isotype:IgG1,
Light chain type:kappa,
Conjugation:PerCP/Cy5.5®,
Excitation/Emission:Ex: 482nm, Em: 695nm,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human, Primates,
Applications:Flow CytSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Native Full Length Protein corresponding to Human CD14.P08571

Product details:
Purified antibody is conjugated with tandem dye PerCP/Cy5.5
under optimum conditions. The conjugate is purified by size-exclusion chromatography and adjusted for direct use. No reconstitution is necessary.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Size-exclusion chromatography, Storage buffer-pH: 7.4Preservative: 0.1% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 0.2% BSA, 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.
CD14 also known as cluster of differentiation 14 is a glycoprotein with a molecular mass of approximately 55 kDa. This protein is expressed mainly on the surface of macrophages monocytes and to a lesser extent on neutrophils. CD14 exists in two forms: membrane-bound (mCD14) and soluble (sCD14). It functions as a co-receptor along with TLR4 (Toll-like receptor 4) and MD-2 for the detection of bacterial lipopolysaccharide (LPS) which is an important component of the outer membrane of Gram-negative bacteria.
Biological function summary
This glycoprotein plays a significant role in the innate immune system by recognizing pathogen-associated molecular patterns (PAMPs). It is part of a receptor complex where CD14 acts alongside LPS binding protein (LPS-R) TLR4 and MD-2 to facilitate pro-inflammatory signaling in response to microbial invasion. By binding to LPS CD14 initiates and amplifies the immune response leading to the production of cytokines and the recruitment of other immune cells to the site of infection.
Pathways
CD14 interacts with the toll-like receptor signaling pathway notably involving TLR4. Upon LPS detection CD14 assists in the activation of TLR4 triggering downstream signaling cascades such as NF-κB and MAPK pathways. These pathways result in the transcription of inflammatory cytokines and are essential for the host defense mechanism. The protein complex involving CD14 further interacts with adaptor proteins like MyD88 and TRIF facilitating signal propagation and the immune system's ability to respond to pathogens.
Researchers have linked CD14 to sepsis and atherosclerosis. High levels of soluble CD14 (sCD14) are often observed in patients with sepsis indicating its participation in excessive systemic inflammation. In atherosclerosis CD14's role in recognizing LPS contributes to chronic inflammation and the development of plaques in arteries. Through these diseases CD14 connects with TLR4 emphasizing its impact on inflammatory responses and its potential as a therapeutic target.