Abcam, ab246511, Anti-FOXL2 antibody [EPR23523-68]

Size: 100µL / 1mL
Anti-FOXL2 antibody [EPR23523-68] (ab246511) is a rabbit monoclonal antibody detecting FOXL2 in Western Blot, IP, IHC-P, IHC-Fr, ICC/IF . Suitable for Human, Mouse, Rat . - Biophysical QC for unrivalled batch-batch consistency
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR23523-68,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse, Rat, Human,
Applications:IHC-P, WB, IP, IHC-Fr, ICC/IFSee 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:
What is this antibody validated in?
Anti-FOXL2 antibody [EPR23523-68] (ab246511) is a rabbit recombinant monoclonal antibody and is validated for use in Western Blot (WB), Immunoprecipitation (IP), Immunohistochemistry (IHC-P), Immunohistochemistry (IHC-Fr), Immunocytochemistry/immunofluorescence (ICC/IF) in Human, Mouse, Rat samples.
What is the molecular weight of FOXL2?
Anti-FOXL2 [EPR23523-68] (ab246511) specifically detects a band for FOXL2 (UniProt: O88470) at a molecular weight of 38kDa.
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Patented technology
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technology is a patented hybridoma-based technology for making rabbit monoclonal antibodies. For details on our patents, please refer to
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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 protein FOXL2 also known as Forkhead box L2 functions as a transcription factor belonging to the forkhead family. It has an approximate mass of 45 kDa. This protein is expressed mainly in ovarian somatic cells and certain tissues of the eye. FOXL2 contains a distinct forkhead domain which binds to DNA and regulates gene expression involved in cellular proliferation differentiation and apoptosis.
Biological function summary
Cells rely on FOXL2 for regulating early ovarian development and maintenance of granulosa cell identity. As part of transcriptional complexes it interacts with other proteins to maintain ovarian function and health. FOXL2 also inhibits certain genes that are otherwise potentially involved in abnormal cell growth acting as a tumor suppressor in ovarian tissues. This makes it essential in reproductive biology.
Pathways
FOXL2 plays significant roles in ovarian development and function through the TGF-beta signaling pathway and the Wnt signaling pathway. In collaboration with SMAD3 a protein in the TGF-beta pathway FOXL2 regulates genes important for cell communication and differentiation. Additionally it interfaces with proteins involved in cellular structure and movement influencing biological processes critical for tissue maintenance.
Mutations in FOXL2 are linked to disorders like Blepharophimosis Ptosis Epicantherefore Inversus Syndrome (BPES) and ovarian granulosa cell tumors. FOXL2 mutations often disrupt the protein's interactions with other factors such as the androgen receptor leading to abnormal cellular function. In BPES FOXL2 mutations impair eyelid formation and function highlighting its role in craniofacial development.