Abcam, ab247968, Anti-Retinoic Acid Receptor beta antibody [EPR2017] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal Retinoic Acid Receptor beta antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for IHC-P, WB, ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 1 publication.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR2017,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:ICC/IF, WB, IHC-PSee 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:
ab247968 is the carrier-free version of
ab124701
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.
Retinoic Acid Receptor beta (RARβ) also known as NR1B2 is a nuclear receptor with a molecular mass of approximately 51 kDa. This receptor functions mechanically by binding retinoic acid which induces conformational changes that allow it to regulate gene transcription. RARβ is expressed in various tissues including the central nervous system lungs and kidneys. Its role as a transcription factor influences gene expression patterns by interacting with specific retinoic acid response elements (RARE) in the DNA.
Biological function summary
Retinoic Acid Receptor beta plays a significant role in cell differentiation and development. It often forms heterodimers with retinoid X receptors (RXRs) to execute its functions. This interaction enhances the receptor's ability to modulate gene expression. The complex orchestrates a broad range of developmental processes particularly in embryogenesis and organogenesis. RARβ influences several cellular activities including the regulation of apoptosis and the maintenance of cellular homeostasis.
Pathways
The activity of Retinoic Acid Receptor beta integrates predominantly into the retinoic acid signaling pathway and the Wnt signaling pathway. Through these pathways RARβ contributes to the regulation of cell fate and the inhibition of cell proliferation. It functions alongside proteins such as RXRs in the retinoic acid pathway and may interact with components of the Wnt pathway like β-catenin to control gene transcription and cellular responses. These interactions guide various developmental and physiological processes.
Retinoic Acid Receptor beta has connections to cancer and retinal diseases. Changes in RARβ expression and function associate with several types of cancer including lung and breast cancer often involving dysregulation of apoptosis and cell proliferation. In retinal diseases RARβ in conjunction with the protein CRABP (cellular retinoic acid-binding protein) affects the homeostasis and survival of retinal cells. Understanding RARβ's role in these diseases helps in developing targeted therapies aimed at modulating its activity.