Abcam, ab248954, Anti-Desmocollin 1 antibody [EPR8220] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal Desmocollin 1 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for WB and reacts with Human, Transfected cell lysate, Mouse, Rat samples.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR8220,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Mouse, 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:
ab248954 is the carrier-free version of
ab150382
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.
Desmocollin 1 also known as DSC1 belongs to the desmocollin subfamily of cadherin proteins. It acts mechanically by facilitating cell-cell adhesion within epithelial tissue. DSC1 is a desmosomal cadherin playing a fundamental role in maintaining the structural integrity of tissues that undergo mechanical stress. This protein displays an approximate specific mass of 100 kDa. Its expression typically localizes to the suprabasal layers of stratified squamous epithelia such as the skin.
Biological function summary
Desmocollin 1 contributes by linking the extracellular matrix with the cellular cytoskeleton through desmosomal plaques. It takes part in desmosome complexes by partnering with other cadherins including desmogleins and linker proteins like plakoglobin and plakophilins. This linkage strengthens adhesion between keratinocytes which enhances the resilience of epithelial barriers.
Pathways
Desmocollin 1 plays an important role in the regulation of cell adhesion pathways and intracellular signaling. It interacts within the desmosome assembly pathway which is responsible for forming stable cell-cell junctions. Another related pathway includes the signal transduction pathways where desmocollin 1 associates with proteins like plakoglobin which links desmosomes to cytoplasmic signaling networks that can influence cell behavior.
Desmocollin 1 connects mainly to skin-related issues like pemphigus foliaceus and certain types of skin carcinomas. Pemphigus foliaceus involves autoantibodies targeting components of the desmosome like desmogleins disrupting desmocollin 1's adhesion role leading to blistering. In skin carcinomas alterations in the expression or function of desmocollin 1 may lead to structural integrity loss contributing to cancer invasion. Understanding these associations helps in developing therapeutic strategies targeting the interplay between desmocollin 1 and associated proteins within affected tissues.