Abcam, ab240236, Anti-Cytokeratin 16/K16 antibody [EPR13504] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal K1C16 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for WB, IHC-P and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 1 publication.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR13504,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:IHC-P, 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:
ab240236 is the carrier-free version of
ab181055
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.
Cytokeratin 16 often called K16 or Krt16 weighs around 50 kDa and belongs to the keratin family. Researchers commonly find K16 in epithelial tissues particularly in areas subjected to constant mechanical stress such as palms and soles. In addition to its localized expression K16 appears during wound healing processes where cells experience high turnover or regeneration activities. Its expression often pairs with Krt6 another keratin type contributing to its mechanical properties under stress conditions often called "pressure point".
Biological function summary
K16 plays critical roles in maintaining the integrity of epithelial cells and tissues. It is a structural protein that helps stabilize keratin cytoarchitecture. K16 forms a complex with its partner keratins like K17 providing resilience and elasticity to the skin ensuring durability in regions experiencing repetitive physical stress. Additionally K16 helps regulate proliferation and differentiation of keratinocytes contributing to healthy skin formation and repair.
Pathways
K16 takes part in signaling pathways associated with epidermal development and repair. It acts within the keratinization process interacting closely with signaling components that influence cell cycle regulation and DNA repair. Proteins such as p63 and Krt17 assist this regulatory mechanism influencing cellular responses to stress or damage. These interactions help modulate barrier function and skin homeostasis ensuring responsive adaptation to environmental changes.
K16 links to conditions like psoriasis and pachyonychia congenita. In psoriasis K16 expression becomes markedly upregulated contributing to the characteristic skin hyperproliferation. Similarly in pachyonychia congenita mutations in the K16 gene lead to nail and skin anomalies causing painful epidermal lesions. Both disorders highlight K16's involvement with Krt6 and Krt17 as these proteins collectively demonstrate disrupted keratin networks resulting in compromised skin integrity.