Abcam, ab195045, Anti-PAX6 antibody [EPR15858]

Size: 20µL / 100µL / 1mL
Anti-PAX6 antibody [EPR15858] (ab195045) is a rabbit monoclonal antibody detecting PAX6 in Western Blot, IHC-P, ICC/IF . Suitable for Human, Mouse, Rat . - Biophysical QC for unrivalled batch-batch consistency - Over 50 publications
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR15858,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse, Rat, Human,
Applications:ICC/IF, WB, IHC-PSee 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-PAX6 antibody [EPR15858] (ab195045) was developed by Abcam using patented rabbit monoclonal antibody technology and is validated for use in ICC/IF, IHC-P, WB in human, mouse, rat samples.
Anti-PAX6 antibody [EPR15858] (ab195045) specifically detects PAX6 (UniProt ID: P26367; Molecular weight: 47kDa) and is sold in 100 µL and 1 mL selling sizes.
Quality and Validation
Abcam's high quality manufacturing and validation processes ensure Anti-PAX6 antibody [EPR15858] (ab195045) has high sensitivity and specificity alongside high lot-to-lot consistency and reproducibility.
Anti-PAX6 antibody [EPR15858] (ab195045) has been cited over 57 times in peer reviewed journals and is trusted by the scientific community.
Anti-PAX6 antibody [EPR15858] (ab195045) has 8 independent reviews from customers.
Patented technology
Our RabMAb
technology is a patented hybridoma-based technology for making rabbit monoclonal antibodies. For details on our patents, please refer to
RabMAb® patents
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 - 7.4Preservative: 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 PAX6 protein also known as paired box 6 is a transcription factor involved in the development of eyes and neural tissues. It consists of a paired domain and a homeodomain collectively giving a molecular weight of approximately 48 kDa. This protein is highly expressed in developing ocular and central nervous tissues where it controls the expression of genes necessary for proper development. PAX6 is a widely studied marker in developmental biology due to its critical role in cellular differentiation and patterning processes.
Biological function summary
PAX6 acts as an important regulator in eye and neural development functioning alone and as part of larger complexes with other transcription factors. This role ensures the correct formation of ocular structures including the lens retina and cornea and neural elements by activating downstream targets important for cell fate decisions. The PAX6 protein intricately influences the genetic circuits that guide stem cell differentiation highlighting its importance in embryogenesis and organogenesis.
Pathways
PAX6 is pivotal in the Wnt signaling pathway and retinoic acid signaling. Its interaction within the Wnt pathway orchestrates vital developmental processes including those of eye morphogenesis and brain patterning. The protein collaborates with other transcriptional regulators such as SOX2 and EYA1 within these pathways facilitating the complex network of signals necessary for organ development and cellular identity specification.
PAX6 mutations have strong associations with aniridia and congenital eye malformations. Mutations in PAX6 disrupt the transcriptional regulation required for eye development often resulting in severe vision defects and structural anomalies. The intracacy of its involvement extends to disorders like Wilms' tumor wherein its altered expression or function in conjunction with proteins such as WT1 may contribute to oncogenesis. Scientists frequently use PAX6 staining to investigate these conditions and better understand their molecular underpinnings.