Abcam, ab175208, Anti-DOCK8 antibody [EPR12511]

Size: 100µL / 1mL
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal DOCK8 antibody. Suitable for WB, ICC/IF, Flow Cyt (Intra) and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 6 publications.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR12511,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:Flow Cyt (Intra), ICC/IF, 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:
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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 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.
DOCK8 also known as Dedicator of Cytokinesis 8 weighs approximately 210 kDa. It acts mechanically as a guanine nucleotide exchange factor (GEF) for small Rho GTPases which help regulate actin cytoskeleton dynamics. DOCK8 is expressed widely particularly in hematopoietic cells such as lymphocytes. It also associates with cell membranes where it facilitates signaling pathways involved in immune cell function.
Biological function summary
DOCK8 actively participates in immune system regulation by impacting the cytoskeletal rearrangements necessary for proper signaling and movement of immune cells. DOCK8 engages with proteins like DOCK2 and DOCK3 forming a complex that modulates these cellular mechanisms. Its function enhances the proper survival and immune response activities of leukocytes assisting in immune surveillance and pathogen clearance.
Pathways
Several immune-related signaling pathways involve DOCK8 especially the Rac-dependent pathways that affect actin polymerization. DOCK8 interacts closely with the CRK-like protein (CRKL) to mediate these processes. These pathways highlight the interaction between DOCK8 and other proteins critical to immune cell function positioning DOCK8 as an important regulator in immune system pathways.
Mutations in the DOCK8 gene correlate with DOCK8 deficiency a form of combined immunodeficiency characterized by eczema recurrent infections and high risk for malignancies. This disorder directly connects DOCK8 with suboptimal immune function. Furthermore DOCK8's interaction with the WASP protein plays a role in disrupting immune system health contributing to the pathophysiology of this immunodeficiency.