Abcam, ab155966, Anti-MCP2 antibody [EPR10151]

Size: 100µL / 1mL
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal MCP2 antibody. Suitable for WB and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 1 publication.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR10151,
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:
Species reactivity
Mouse, Rat: We have preliminary internal testing data to indicate this antibody may not react with these species.
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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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Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purity-Tissue culture supernatant, Storage buffer-pH: 7.2 - 7.4Preservative: 0.01% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 50% Tissue culture supernatant, 40% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 0.05% BSA, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, 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.
MCP2 also known as CCL8 or monocyte chemoattractant protein-2 plays an important role in leukocyte trafficking. This chemokine has a molecular weight of approximately 8 kDa. CCL8 is expressed in various tissues including macrophages fibroblasts and endothelial cells and it is particularly high during inflammatory responses. The MCP2 protein attracts immune cells such as monocytes and T cells to sites of infection or injury.
Biological function summary
MCP2 influences the migration and activation of leukocytes enhancing the body's immune response. MCP2 interacts with chemokine receptors like CCR2 and CCR5 facilitating the movement of immune cells through tissues. This protein is not usually part of larger complexes but works closely with other chemokines to coordinate cellular responses during inflammation. MCP2 activity is important in processes that require rapid cell recruitment and immune surveillance.
Pathways
MCP2 functions within the chemokine signaling pathway and plays a significant part in the inflammatory response pathway. MCP2 closely interacts with chemokine receptors such as CCR2 which is also engaged by related chemokines like MCP1 (CCL2). MCP2 and MCP1 share functional similarities in modulating the immune response though they target different receptor profiles that expand their influence across numerous immune processes.
MCP2 is associated with inflammatory diseases and certain types of cancer. Rheumatoid arthritis shows heightened levels of MCP2 contributing to the persistent inflammation characteristic of the disorder. Elevated MCP2 levels have also been noticed in tumor microenvironments suggesting a role in cancer metastasis where it might interact with proteins such as IL-6 to promote the survival and migration of tumor cells.