Abcam, ab267448, Anti-Sclerostin antibody [EPR22360-2] - BSA and Azide free (Detector)

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal Sclerostin antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for sELISA and reacts with Rat samples.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR22360-2,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Rat,
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:
ab267448 is a BSA and Azide Free antibody supplied in an unconjugated format and it is suitable for sandwich ELISAs to quantify Rat Sclerostin. The recommended pair for sandwich ELISA is:
Capture:
ab267447
, Rat Sclerostin (SOST) Capture Antibody (unconjugated)
Detector: ab267448, Rat Sclerostin (SOST) Detector Antibody (unconjugated)
The reference range value is 15.625 - 1000 pg/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.
Sclerostin also known as SOST is a glycoprotein weighing approximately 22 kDa. It is predominantly expressed in osteocytes the most abundant cells found in bone. Sclerostin is an extracellular molecule that plays a role in bone metabolism by inhibiting the Wnt signaling pathway which is important for bone formation. This protein acts as a negative regulator of bone growth by binding to the LRP5/6 receptors. Inhibitors such as 'anti-sclerostin' antibodies have been developed to block its function and promote bone formation.
Biological function summary
Sclerostin inhibits osteoblastic activity and formation by interfering with bone morphogenetic proteins. It doesn’t form part of a large protein complex but interacts directly with cell surface receptors. Its expression decreases in response to mechanical loading on bones which is an important part of regulating bone density and remodeling. By controlling osteoblast function sclerostin contributes to skeletal homeostasis an essential process for maintaining bone strength and integrity.
Pathways
Several mechanisms regulate sclerostin activity. In the canonical Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway it serves as an important checkpoint that ensures controlled bone formation. Sclerostin acts by preventing the activation of LRP5/6 receptors pivotal components in this pathway. Additionally it shares a regulatory network with dickkopf-1 (DKK1) another Wnt inhibitor both of which have an influence on bone metabolism and development.
Two primary conditions associated with sclerostin are osteoporosis and sclerosteosis. Osteoporosis arises from excessive inhibition of bone formation and is characterized by fragile bones due to decreased bone mass. On the other hand sclerosteosis results from mutations in the SOST gene leading to excessive bone growth. Sclerostin's interaction with proteins like DKK1 clarifies its role in bone density management and highlights its relevance in therapeutic strategies targeting these conditions.