Abcam, ab244974, Anti-C6 antibody [EPR20618-139] - BSA and Azide free (Detector)

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal C6 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for sELISA and reacts with Human samples.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR20618-139,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:sELISASee 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:
ab244974 is a BSA and Azide Free antibody supplied in an unconjugated format and it is suitable for sandwich ELISAs to quantify Human Complement C6. The recommended pair for sandwich ELISA is:
Capture:
ab244707
, Human Complement C6 Capture Antibody (unconjugated)
Detector: ab244974, Human Complement C6 Detector Antibody (unconjugated)
The reference range value is 0.2 - 15 ng/ml.
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.
Sandwich ELISA
The recommended antibody orientation is based on internal optimization for ELISA-based assays. Antibody orientation is assay dependent and needs to be optimized for each assay type. Please note that the range provided for this antibody is only an estimation based on the performance of the product using the recommended antibody pair. Performance of the antibody pair will depend on the specific characteristics of your assay. We guarantee the product works in sandwich ELISA, but we do not guarantee the sensitivity or dynamic range of the antibody in your assay.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-Constituents: PBS, 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.
Complement component C6 often called simply C6 is an essential protein in the complement system. It is part of the terminal complement pathway which leads to the formation of the membrane attack complex (MAC). C6 has a molecular weight of about 93 kDa and is mainly produced in the liver. It circulates in plasma and interacts with other complement proteins to form MAC aiding in pathogen elimination and cell lysis.
Biological function summary
The role of C6 is the progression and stabilization of the MAC complex which is part of the innate immune system's defense. C6 collaborates with other complement proteins such as C5b C7 C8 and C9. This cooperation helps penetrate the membrane of pathogenic cells leading to cell destruction. Detecting and quantifying C6 levels is possible using techniques like complement C6 ELISA and C6 graphs valuable for research into immune response mechanisms.
Pathways
The complement component C6 is an important player in the terminal complement pathway and the larger complement activation pathway. Within these pathways C6 interacts closely with proteins like C5b and C9 to facilitate the assembly of the MAC. C6's involvement is critical for mounting an efficient immune response against invading pathogens making it an important focus for immunology studies involving the complement cascade.
C6 deficiencies are linked to increased susceptibility to infections particularly by Neisseria species which cause diseases like meningitis. Individuals with C6-related complement deficiencies might show recurrent bacterial infections highlighting its role in immune defense. The protein's interplay with other complement components notably C5 and C7 can influence the disease states and inform potential therapeutic approaches aimed at boosting host defense mechanisms.