Abcam, ab237862, Anti-Mammaglobin A antibody [MGB1/2000] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg
Mouse Monoclonal Mammaglobin A antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for IHC-P, WB, Protein Array and reacts with Human, Recombinant full length protein - Human samples. Cited in 1 publication. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Full Length Protein corresponding to Human SCGB2A2.
Key facts
Host species:Mouse,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:MGB1/2000,
Isotype:IgG1,
Light chain type:kappa,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:WB, Protein Array, IHC-PSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Full Length Protein corresponding to Human SCGB2A2.Q13296

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A/G, Purification notes-Purified from Bioreactor Concentrate by Protein A/G., Storage buffer-pH: 7.2 - 7.4Constituents: PBS, 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.
Mammaglobin A also known as MGB1 is a breast-specific protein of approximately 93 amino acids with a molecular mass of about 15 kDa. It has a high expression in mammary tissue and limited expression in other tissues like the sweat glands. Researchers use immunohistochemistry (IHC) to detect Mammaglobin in tissue samples because of its tissue-specific expression making it a useful marker for breast epithelium.
Biological function summary
Mammaglobin A functions as a glycoprotein. Its precise biological role remains unclear but scientists propose it plays a role in secretory processes due to its presence in epithelial cells of the mammary glands. This protein itself is not known to participate in a larger complex. The significance of Mammaglobin A as a marker rather than an active enzyme or receptor suggests its potential involvement in processes specific to breast tissue.
Pathways
Mammaglobin A interacts within pathways involving sex steroid hormone signaling reflecting its expression in mammary tissue. This protein's expression is possibly regulated by hormonal pathways like the estrogen pathway which plays a significant role in breast tissue development and differentiation. It does not actively participate with related proteins but might be an indicator of pathway activities associated with specific tissues or conditions.
Mammaglobin A is prominently associated with breast cancer. Its specific expression in breast tissue makes it a valuable marker for detecting disseminated breast tumor cells. Although it does not directly interact with proteins involved in cancer progression like HER2 or ER (estrogen receptor) its expression levels serve as an important biomarker for diagnosis and monitoring treatment response. Researchers continue to explore its potential utility in understanding breast cancer biology and improving clinical outcomes.