Abcam, ab236128, Anti-XPB antibody [EPR14161] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal XPB antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for WB, ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 1 publication.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR14161,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:ICC/IF, 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:
ab236128 is the carrier-free version of
ab190698
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.
XPB also known as ERCC3 is part of the helicase family. It has an approximate mass of 89 kDa. XPB uses ATP to unwind DNA which facilitates various genetic processes. In humans it expresses in tissues where there is active DNA replication and repair occurring including rapidly dividing cells. Its activity is important to the transcription process and DNA damage repair mechanism.
Biological function summary
XPB assists the cellular response to DNA damage by being part of the TFIIH complex which is involved in transcription. This complex plays a role in nucleotide excision repair (NER) where it unwinds DNA segments to allow for lesion repair. In conjunction with other proteins XPB facilitates the resolution of DNA loops and manages the clearance of polymerase during transcription-coupled repair ensuring proper DNA repair and transcription restart.
Pathways
XPB influences both transcription initiation and DNA damage repair being integral to the mechanisms that maintain genome integrity. It interacts closely with proteins like XPD within the NER pathway and its roles in these pathways contribute to the prevention of mutations. XPB's function as a helicase denotes its participation in opening DNA for repair or transcription therefore supporting cell viability and genomic stability.
XPB's deficiency or malfunction links to xeroderma pigmentosum and trichothiodystrophy. These conditions stem from impaired nucleotide excision repair where mutations in XPB affect the efficiency of DNA repair and proper cellular response to damage. Symptoms correlated with these diseases often include increased sensitivity to UV light and neurological deficits connected through pathways involving other TFIIH complex components like XPD signifying the collaboration needed within a cell for effective DNA repair.