Abcam, ab256493, Anti-FOXA2 antibody [EPR22919-71] - ChIP Grade

Size: 20µL / 100µL / 1mL
Anti-FOXA2 antibody [EPR22919-71] - ChIP Grade (ab256493) is a rabbit monoclonal antibody detecting FOXA2 in Western Blot, Flow Cytometry (Intra), Flow Cytometry, IP, IHC-P, ICC/IF, ChIP . Suitable for Human, Mouse, Rat . - Biophysical QC for unrivalled batch-batch consistency
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR22919-71,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse, Rat, Human,
Applications:IHC-P, ChIP, IP, ICC/IF, WB, Flow Cyt (Intra)See 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.,
Specificity:This antibody is suitable for mouse and rat for IHC. We do not guarantee WB in mouse or rat samples.

Product details:
What is this antibody validated in?
Anti-FOXA2 antibody [EPR22919-71] - ChIP Grade (ab256493) is a rabbit recombinant monoclonal antibody and is validated for use in Western Blot (WB), Flow Cytometry (Intra), Flow Cytometry (Flow Cyt), Immunoprecipitation (IP), Immunohistochemistry (IHC-P), Immunocytochemistry/immunofluorescence (ICC/IF), ChIP in Human, Mouse, Rat samples.
What is the molecular weight of FOXA2?
Anti-FOXA2 [EPR22919-71] - ChIP Grade (ab256493) specifically detects a band for FOXA2 (UniProt: Q9Y261) at a molecular weight of 48kDa.
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Patented technology
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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
For more information, read more on
recombinant antibodies

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-pH: 7.2 - 7.4Preservative: 0.01% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 40% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 0.05% BSA, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage duration-1-2 weeks, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions--20°C, Aliquoting information-Upon delivery aliquot, Storage information-Avoid freeze / thaw cycle

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
FOXA2 also known as HNF3B is a transcription factor that plays a significant role in gene regulation. This protein has a mass of approximately 47 kDa and is expressed in various tissues including the liver pancreas and lung. Researchers detect FOXA2 using techniques like ELISA for protein quantification. Its function involves regulating the expression of genes critical for development and metabolism.
Biological function summary
FOXA2 influences important processes in embryonic development and organogenesis. It does not typically act as part of a larger complex but independently binds to DNA enabling the transcription of target genes. FOXA2 affects liver function by regulating genes involved in glucose and lipid metabolism and it also plays a part in the differentiation of cells in development stages.
Pathways
FOXA2 operates within pathways like the insulin signaling pathway and the Wnt signaling pathway. It collaborates with other transcription factors like FOXA1 and FOXA3 to maintain metabolic homeostasis. In the Wnt pathway FOXA2 impacts cell fate decisions essential for embryonic patterning and development.
Alterations in FOXA2 expression have connections to conditions such as diabetes and liver diseases. Changes in FOXA2 expression could disrupt liver metabolism leading to metabolic disorders. Moreover FOXA2 ties to the regulation of other proteins like PDX1 in the context of diabetes where it plays a role in insulin biosynthesis and pancreatic cell function.