{"product_id":"abcam-ab214428","title":"Abcam, ab214428, Anti-Cathepsin B antibody [EPR21033]","description":"\u003cp\u003eSize: 100µL \/ 1mL\u003cbr\u003e\nAnti-Cathepsin B antibody [EPR21033] (ab214428) is a rabbit monoclonal antibody detecting Cathepsin B in  Western Blot, Flow Cytometry (Intra), Flow Cytometry, IHC-P, ICC\/IF . Suitable for  Mouse, Rat . - Biophysical QC for unrivalled batch-batch consistency - Over 10 publications\u003cbr\u003e\nKey facts\u003cbr\u003e\nHost species:Rabbit,\u003cbr\u003e\nClonality:Monoclonal,\u003cbr\u003e\nClone number:EPR21033,\u003cbr\u003e\nIsotype:IgG,\u003cbr\u003e\nCarrier free:No,\u003cbr\u003e\nReacts with:Mouse, Rat,\u003cbr\u003e\nApplications:WB, ICC\/IF, Flow Cyt (Intra), IHC-PSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,\u003cbr\u003e\nImmunogen:The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProduct details:\u003cbr\u003e\nWhat is this antibody validated in?\u003cbr\u003e\nAnti-Cathepsin B antibody [EPR21033] (ab214428) is a rabbit recombinant monoclonal antibody and is validated for use in Western Blot (WB), Flow Cytometry (Intra), Flow Cytometry (Flow Cyt), Immunohistochemistry (IHC-P), Immunocytochemistry\/immunofluorescence (ICC\/IF) in Mouse, Rat samples.\u003cbr\u003e\nWhat is the molecular weight of Cathepsin B?\u003cbr\u003e\nAnti-Cathepsin B [EPR21033] (ab214428) specifically detects a band for Cathepsin B (UniProt: P10605) at a molecular weight of 37kDa.\u003cbr\u003e\nTrusted by the scientific community\u003cbr\u003e\nAnti-Cathepsin B [EPR21033] (ab214428) was first used in a scientific publication in 2017 and has been cited over 10 times in peer-reviewed journals.\u003cbr\u003e\nReviewed by scientists\u003cbr\u003e\nAnti-Cathepsin B [EPR21033] (ab214428) has over 5 independent reviews from customers.\u003cbr\u003e\nTrial sizes available!\u003cbr\u003e\nTest your antibody or perform pre-screening before committing to a larger quantity. Sold in 10µl.\u003cbr\u003e\nDiscover our selection of trial-size antibodies\u003cbr\u003e\nOther related products\u003cbr\u003e\nWe have a range of other formats of antibody clone [EPR21033] also available for your convenience: ab214428, Carrier free -\u003cbr\u003e\nab227811\u003cbr\u003e\nPatented technology\u003cbr\u003e\nOur RabMAb\u003cbr\u003e\ntechnology is a patented hybridoma-based technology for making rabbit monoclonal antibodies. For details on our patents, please refer to\u003cbr\u003e\nRabMAb® patents\u003cbr\u003e\nWhat are the advantages of a recombinant monoclonal antibody?\u003cbr\u003e\nThis product is a recombinant monoclonal antibody, which offers several advantages including:\u003cbr\u003e\n- High batch-to-batch consistency and reproducibility\u003cbr\u003e\n- Improved sensitivity and specificity\u003cbr\u003e\n- Long-term security of supply\u003cbr\u003e\n- Animal-free batch production\u003cbr\u003e\nFor more information, read more on\u003cbr\u003e\nrecombinant antibodies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProperties and Storage Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nForm-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\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupplementary Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nThis supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.\u003cbr\u003e\nCathepsin B also known as CTSB or cathepsin beta is a lysosomal cysteine protease belonging to the papain family. This enzyme possesses a molecular weight of approximately 25 to 30 kDa. You can find cathepsin B expressed in various tissues with high levels observed in the liver kidney and spleen. It plays a mechanical role in protein degradation within lysosomes operating optimally in acidic environments. The enzyme has active and inactive forms depending on structural modifications and environmental conditions.\u003cbr\u003e\nBiological function summary\u003cbr\u003e\nCathepsin B participates as a proteolytic enzyme involved in protein turnover and processing. It does not function in isolation but often associates with various other proteases forming complexes essential for efficient substrate breakdown. Cathepsin B assists in the activation of other enzymes by cleaving propeptides therefore facilitating the initiation of cascade reactions. This role is critical in maintaining cellular homeostasis and modulating physiological processes including cell migration and immune response modulation.\u003cbr\u003e\nPathways\u003cbr\u003e\nCathepsin B significantly contributes to the lysosomal protein degradation pathway and the autophagy-lysosome pathway. It interacts with proteins such as B protein which are important for cellular recycling and energy homeostasis. Its activity supports the MHC class II antigen processing pathway playing an essential part in immune system functionality. Cathepsin B also exhibits interactions with Ctsb protein inhibitors which regulate its proteolytic activity within these pathways.\u003cbr\u003e\nCathepsin B has strong associations with cancer progression and neurological disorders such as Alzheimer's disease. Its overexpression and dysregulation are linked to tumor metastasis where it degrades extracellular matrix components promoting invasion. Ctsb protein interactions with corey mazo proteins influence tumor microenvironment and immune evasion. In Alzheimer's disease cathepsin B can influence amyloid beta peptide processing connected to neurodegenerative pathology progression. These roles highlight the potential for cathepsin B as a therapeutic target in addressing these conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Abcam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46844066529449,"sku":"ab214428","price":0.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/iright.com\/products\/abcam-ab214428","provider":"Iright","version":"1.0","type":"link"}