Abcam, ab68418, Anti-CD63 antibody

Size: 100µg
Anti-CD63 antibody (ab68418) is a rabbit polyclonal antibody detecting CD63 in Western Blot . Suitable for Human . - KO validated for confirmed specificity - Over 120 publications - Trusted since 2010
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with: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:
Product Specifications
Anti-CD63 antibody (ab68418) is a rabbit polyclonal antibody and is validated for use in WB in human samples.
Anti-CD63 antibody (ab68418) specifically detects CD63 (UniProt ID: P08962; Molecular weight: 26kDa) and is sold in 100 µg selling sizes.
Quality and Validation
Abcam's high quality validation processes ensure Anti-CD63 antibody (ab68418) has high sensitivity and specificity.
The specificity of Anti-CD63 antibody (ab68418) has been confirmed by testing in knockout samples.
Anti-CD63 antibody (ab68418) has been cited over 123 times in peer reviewed journals and is trusted by the scientific community.
Target Information
CD63, also known as LAMP3 or Granulophysin, is a member of the tetraspanin family and is widely expressed on the surface of various cells, including macrophages and lymphocytes. It plays a crucial role in the formation and release of exosomes. CD63 (Granulophysin) is highly expressed in various tumor cells and also impacts the tumor microenvironment (TME) by regulating cell communication. Additionally, CD63 facilitates the degradation of the extracellular matrix, aiding in tumor cell invasion and metastasis.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Storage buffer-pH: 7.4Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 1% 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.
CD63 is a protein commonly known as LAMP-3 a member of the tetraspanin family with a molecular weight of approximately 25-65 kDa depending on post-translational modifications such as glycosylation. It resides mainly on the membrane of intracellular vesicles such as lysosomes and platelets. CD63 also appears on the surface of activated cells particularly in immune cells. Researchers often use CD63 as a marker in assays including CD63 western blot techniques due to its distinct expression patterns.
Biological function summary
CD63 participates in various cellular processes including membrane trafficking cell adhesion and signal transduction. It associates with integrins and other tetraspanins forming complexes that influence cellular adhesion and migration. Through its role in exosome formation CD63 contributes significantly to intercellular communication by facilitating the transfer of proteins lipids and RNA between cells.
Pathways
CD63 plays a role in pathways linked to cell proliferation and migration and immune response regulation. Within the integrin-mediated signaling pathway CD63 interacts with proteins such as integrins to promote cell adhesion and migration. CD63 also links to vesicle trafficking pathways collaborating with proteins involved in exocytosis and endocytosis which affect cell membrane restructuring and intracellular transport.
CD63 shows connections with cancer and immune system disorders. Its role in promoting cell adhesion and migration links it with cancer metastasis including melanoma and breast cancer where CD63 expression levels often rise. Additionally CD63 associates with allergic reactions due to its involvement in histamine release where it impacts immune proteins like FcεRI which participate in allergy pathogenesis.