Abcam, ab242933, Anti-eNOS antibody [EPR20085-150] - BSA and Azide free (Detector)

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal eNOS antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for sELISA and reacts with Mouse, Human samples.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR20085-150,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Mouse, Human,
Applications:sELISASee 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:
ab242933 is a BSA and Azide Free antibody supplied in an unconjugated format and it is suitable for sandwich ELISAs to quantify Human eNOS. The recommended pair for sandwich ELISA is:
Capture:
ab242741
, Human eNOS Capture Antibody (unconjugated)
Detector: ab242933, Human eNOS Detector Antibody (unconjugated)
The reference range value is 234.38 - 15000 pg/ml.
Or alternatively, for mouse, the recommended pair for sandwich ELISA is:
Capture:
ab242688
, Mouse eNOS Capture Antibody (unconjugated)
Detector: ab242933, Mouse eNOS Detector Antibody (unconjugated)
The reference range value is 31.25 - 2000 pg/ml.
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
Conjugation ready
Our carrier-free antibodies are typically supplied in a PBS-only formulation, purified and free of BSA, sodium azide and glycerol. This conjugation-ready format is designed for use with fluorochromes, metal isotopes, oligonucleotides, and enzymes, which makes them ideal for antibody labelling, functional and cell-based assays, flow-based assays (e.g. mass cytometry) and Multiplex Imaging applications.
Use our
conjugation kits
for antibody conjugates that are ready-to-use in as little as 20 minutes with 1 minute hands-on-time and 100% antibody recovery: available for fluorescent dyes, HRP, biotin and gold.
Sandwich ELISA
The recommended antibody orientation is based on internal optimization for ELISA-based assays. Antibody orientation is assay dependent and needs to be optimized for each assay type. Please note that the range provided for this antibody is only an estimation based on the performance of the product using the recommended antibody pair. Performance of the antibody pair will depend on the specific characteristics of your assay. We guarantee the product works in sandwich ELISA, but we do not guarantee the sensitivity or dynamic range of the antibody in your assay.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-Constituents: PBS, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions-+4°C

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
ENOS also known as endothelial nitric oxide synthase is an enzyme important for the production of nitric oxide (NO) in blood vessels. This protein with a molecular weight of approximately 133 kDa is expressed mostly in endothelial cells. eNOS plays a mechanical role in synthesizing NO from L-arginine a process requiring cofactors such as NADPH and oxygen. The activity of eNOS can be investigated through techniques such as Western blot with specific assays like phospho-eNOS ELISA available to measure its phosphorylated forms indicating activated states of the enzyme.
Biological function summary
ENOS contributes significantly to the regulation of vascular tone and blood flow by promoting vasodilation. It does not function alone; instead it forms complexes with other proteins to exert its full effect. eNOS activity influences the process of angiogenesis inflammation modulation and platelet aggregation. Through its ability to produce nitric oxide eNOS acts as a signaling molecule helping maintain vascular homeostasis.
Pathways
ENOS is a critical player in the NO signaling pathway and interacts intricately with the PI3K/Akt pathway. Nitric oxide produced by eNOS has a role in signaling cascades that lead to vascular dilation and reduced blood pressure. The PI3K/Akt pathway regulates eNOS activity via phosphorylation enhancing NO production. Other proteins like caveolin-1 and calmodulin modulate eNOS impacting these pathways' outcomes.
ENOS is associated with cardiovascular conditions like atherosclerosis and hypertension. Dysfunction of eNOS can lead to reduced NO production impairing vasodilation and contributing to these diseases. In cardiovascular disorders eNOS interacts with proteins such as the angiotensin II type 1 receptor which can negatively impact its function exacerbating disease states. Investigating eNOS and its related proteins provides insight into potential therapeutic targets for improving cardiovascular health.