Abcam, ab284394, Anti-CENPB antibody [EPR24047-64] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal CENPB antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for ICC/IF, IP, Flow Cyt (Intra), WB, IHC-P and reacts with Human, Rat, Mouse samples. Cited in 1 publication.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR24047-64,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Mouse, Human, Rat,
Applications:WB, IHC-P, Flow Cyt (Intra), IP, ICC/IFSee 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:
ab284394 the carrier-free version of
ab259855
Patented technology
Our RabMAb
technology is a patented hybridoma-based technology for making rabbit monoclonal antibodies. For details on our patents, please refer to
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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 - 7.4Constituents: 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.
CENP-B also known as Centromere Protein B is a protein with a molecular weight of approximately 80 kDa. It binds to the centromeric DNA and plays a critical role in centromere formation and function. CENP-B is heavily expressed in dividing cells particularly in tissues where cell proliferation is high such as bone marrow and epithelial tissues. Researchers often use tools like anti-CENP-B antibodies and CENP-B ELISA kits to study its expression in various experimental settings.
Biological function summary
CENP-B participates in the assembly of the centromere protein complex contributing to the stability and maintenance of the centromere structure during cell division. It acts as a foundation for kinetochore nucleation ensuring proper chromosome segregation. CENP-B is involved in the formation of the CENP-A nucleosome complex important for accurate chromosomal alignment and separation.
Pathways
CENP-B is essential in the mitotic spindle assembly and chromosome segregation pathways. This protein interacts with CENP-A a variant histone which integrates into centromeric nucleosomes to initiate the formation of functional kinetochores. Additionally CENP-B interacts with CENP-C facilitating the recruitment of other centromere-associated proteins needed for chromosome dynamics during mitosis.
CENP-B is primarily associated with autoimmune disorders such as systemic sclerosis (scleroderma). Patients with these conditions often produce anti-CENP-B antibodies which serve as diagnostic markers. Moreover CENP-B's dysregulation links to chromosomal instability a contributor to cancer. Research has shown connections between CENP-B and related proteins like CENP-A in the context of chromosomal aneuploidies and malignancies.