Abcam, ab236517, Anti-EPCR/CD201 antibody [OTI12H5]

Size: 100µL
Mouse Monoclonal EPCR/CD201 antibody. Suitable for WB, IHC-P and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 1 publication. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human PROCR aa 1 to C-terminus.
Key facts
Host species:Mouse,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:OTI12H5,
Isotype:IgG2b,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:IHC-P, WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human PROCR aa 1 to C-terminus. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.Q9UNN8

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification, Purification notes-Purified from cell culture supernatant., Storage buffer-pH: 7.3Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 50% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 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.
EPCR also known as CD201 stands for Endothelial Protein C Receptor. It is a glycoprotein with a molecular mass of approximately 46 kDa. EPCR is expressed mainly on endothelial cells which line the interior surface of blood vessels. This receptor plays a mechanical role in binding to protein C a zymogen that is converted to activated protein C (APC) by thrombin-thrombomodulin complex. By facilitating the activation of protein C EPCR contributes to the regulation of blood coagulation and inflammation processes.
Biological function summary
The EPCR is part of the protein C anticoagulant pathway where it acts as a cofactor. EPCR is vital in enhancing the activation of protein C on the endothelial surface reducing coagulation activity. It interacts closely with thrombomodulin and protein C to form this complex preventing excessive thrombus formation and contributing to vascular integrity. Apart from its anticoagulant role EPCR also modulates inflammatory responses supporting its function as a bridge between coagulation and inflammation.
Pathways
EPCR lies within the protein C anticoagulation pathway and the endothelial signaling pathways. Its primary partner in the anticoagulation pathway is APC which degrades activated factors Va and VIIIa providing a check against coagulation. Additionally EPCR’s interaction with APC and thrombomodulin links this protein to the endothelial signaling pathway where it affects cell survival and inflammation regulation. This interaction is essential to maintain hemostatic balance and control vascular responses to inflammatory stimuli.
EPCR associates with conditions like thrombosis and sepsis. In thrombosis inadequate expression or function of EPCR can lead to uncontrolled blood clotting due to insufficient activation of protein C. Sepsis a severe inflammatory response to infection shows abnormal modulation of the protein C pathway where EPCR's role becomes pivotal. Additionally APC which interacts directly with EPCR is critical in the pathological states of these diseases highlighting the therapeutic potential in targeting EPCR pathway.