Abcam, ab283310, Anti-PVRL1/NECTIN1 antibody [EPR24275-102]

Size: 20µL / 100µL / 1mL
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal PVRL1/NECTIN1 antibody. Suitable for Flow Cyt and reacts with Human samples.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR24275-102,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:Flow CytSee 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:
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
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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.
The protein PVRL1 also known as NECTIN1 or nectin-1 functions mechanically as an immunoglobulin-like cell adhesion molecule. It plays a role in creating adherens junctions between cells operating as both a homophilic and heterophilic binding partner. Nectin-1 has a molecular mass of approximately 97 kDa. It is expressed prominently in epithelial tissues and particularly in the nervous system which suggests it plays an important role in cell-cell communication in these areas.
Biological function summary
Nectin-1 facilitates cellular processes through its involvement in cell adhesion complexes. It functions as part of a larger complex including proteins like afadin which links to the actin cytoskeleton and promotes cell junction integrity. This organization impacts cellular adhesion migration and proliferation. Nectin-1's adhesive functions are fundamental in maintaining structural tissues and transmitting signals within cells a necessity for development and tissue maintenance.
Pathways
Nectin-1 contributes to the activation of the MAPK/ERK signaling pathway central to regulating various cell functions including proliferation and differentiation. It also participates in the cadherin-catenin complex pathway working in conjunction with E-cadherin a critical protein in maintaining epithelial cell layer integrity. These pathways highlight nectin-1’s role as a signal transducer affecting how cells interact and react to their environment.
Nectin-1 is implicated in cleft lip and palate disorder. Mutations affecting nectin-1 can disrupt cell adhesion processes necessary for proper development of facial structures. Furthermore alterations in nectin-1 gene expression are associated with susceptibility to herpes simplex virus infections as nectin-1 acts as a viral entry receptor. In these conditions its interaction with closely related membrane proteins such as nectin-3 is significant in disease manifestation and progression.