Abcam, ab247642, Anti-ADA antibody [EPR4438] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal ADA antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for WB and reacts with Rat, Human samples. Cited in 1 publication.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR4438,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Rat, Human,
Applications: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:
ab247642 is the carrier-free version of
ab108352
Species reactivity
Mouse: We have preliminary internal testing data to indicate this antibody may not react with this species.
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Patented technology
Our RabMAb
technology is a patented hybridoma-based technology for making rabbit monoclonal antibodies. For details on our patents, please refer to
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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
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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 - 7.4 Constituents: 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.
Adenosine deaminase (ADA) sometimes known as deaminase is an enzyme that plays a critical mechanical role in cellular metabolism. This enzyme catalyzes the deamination of adenosine converting it into inosine. ADA is a 41 kDa protein primarily expressed in most tissues including the thymus and spleen. Various ADA assays and ADA protocols exist to study its functionality and quantification often using ADA ELISA kits to measure ADA activity in biological samples. In cell lines such as HeLa ADA expression is also present and significant for studying its regulation and function.
Biological function summary
Adenosine deaminase activity influences purine metabolism playing an important role in the breakdown of adenosine. It is not part of a complex but interacts closely with other components of the purine salvage pathway to maintain nucleotide balance. This enzyme is important for the proper function of immune cells as it prevents toxic accumulations of adenosine which can be detrimental to lymphocyte proliferation and function. ADA's activity ensures the proper management of nucleotides within cells sustaining cellular health and functionality.
Pathways
Adenosine deaminase plays significant roles in the immune and purine catabolism pathways. Within these pathways ADA is closely related to proteins such as purine nucleoside phosphorylase (PNP) which together orchestrate the steps necessary for adenine and guanine nucleotide turnover. These proteins facilitate the conversion processes needed for cellular nucleic acid synthesis and energy regulation. By managing adenosine levels ADA's function ensures the smooth operation of cellular signaling and metabolic balance.
Adenosine deaminase deficiency is linked to severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID) and can also be associated with pulmonary disorders like asthma. A lack of ADA activity leads to the accumulation of toxic metabolites impairing immune function and contributing to the pathogenesis of SCID. In some patients with pulmonary disorders altered ADA activity impacts the inflammatory response. ADA's mechanistic interactions with other proteins such as PNP highlight its importance in maintaining immune competence and metabolic homeostasis emphasizing the enzyme's role in these clinical conditions.