{"product_id":"abcam-ab247794","title":"Abcam, ab247794, Anti-Lactoferrin antibody [EPR4337] - BSA and Azide free","description":"\u003cp\u003eSize: 100µg \/ 1mg\u003cbr\u003e\nRabbit Recombinant Monoclonal Lactoferrin antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for ICC\/IF, WB and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 1 publication.\u003cbr\u003e\nKey facts\u003cbr\u003e\nHost species:Rabbit,\u003cbr\u003e\nClonality:Monoclonal,\u003cbr\u003e\nClone number:EPR4337,\u003cbr\u003e\nIsotype:IgG,\u003cbr\u003e\nCarrier free:Yes,\u003cbr\u003e\nReacts with:Human,\u003cbr\u003e\nApplications:WB, ICC\/IFSee 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\nab247794 is the carrier-free version of\u003cbr\u003e\nab109216\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecies reactivity\u003cbr\u003e\nMouse, Rat: We have preliminary internal testing data to indicate this antibody may not react with these species.\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease\u003cbr\u003e\ncontact us\u003cbr\u003e\nfor more information.\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\u003cbr\u003e\nConjugation ready\u003cbr\u003e\nOur 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.\u003cbr\u003e\nUse our\u003cbr\u003e\nconjugation kits\u003cbr\u003e\nfor 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.\u003cbr\u003e\nCompatibility\u003cbr\u003e\nThis product is compatible with the Maxpar\u003cbr\u003e\nAntibody Labeling Kit from Fluidigm, without the need for antibody preparation. Maxpar\u003cbr\u003e\nis a trademark of Fluidigm Canada Inc.\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 - 7.4Constituents: PBS, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions-+4°C, Storage information-Do Not Freeze\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupplementary Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nThis supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.\u003cbr\u003e\nLactoferrin also known as lactotransferrin is an iron-binding glycoprotein with a molecular weight of about 80 kDa. It predominantly exists in mammalian milk particularly in high concentrations in colostrum and is also found in various epithelial secretions such as saliva tears and nasal fluids. The liver and neutrophils also produce lactoferrin and it plays a significant role in the body's primary defense system. As an antibacterial agent lactoferrin sequesters free iron to limit bacterial growth and disrupt biofilms assisting in the protection against microbial invasions.\u003cbr\u003e\nBiological function summary\u003cbr\u003e\nLactoferrin exhibits multiple functions beyond its antimicrobial properties. It contributes to immunomodulation by binding to specific receptors on immune cells enhancing phagocytosis and influencing cytokine production. Also it possesses anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Lactoferrin interacts with cellular components including glycosaminoglycans and lipoproteins impacting the activity and expression of proteins within signaling and metabolic pathways. This multifaceted role places it as a critical participant in both innate and adaptive immune responses although it does not form part of a stable protein complex.\u003cbr\u003e\nPathways\u003cbr\u003e\nLactoferrin plays a significant role in the iron metabolism and immune response pathways. It tightly interacts with the transferrin receptor modulating iron uptake and distribution across tissues which helps prevent iron overload and oxidative stress. Furthermore lactoferrin links with the toll-like receptor pathways particularly TLR4 which enables the modulation of innate immune responses against pathogens. By influencing nuclear factor kappa B (NF-kB) signaling lactoferrin impacts inflammation and immune responses working together with proteins such as ferritin and hepcidin.\u003cbr\u003e\nLactoferrin has relevancy to diseases like anemia of chronic disease and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Its role in regulating iron homeostasis makes it essential for preventing anemia associated with chronic inflammation. Lactoferrin mitigates dysregulated immune responses in IBD potentially reducing inflammation and promoting gut health. Disease-modifying properties of lactoferrin connect it to glycoproteins like transferrin and inflammatory mediators demonstrating its potential therapeutic importance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Abcam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46851840377001,"sku":"ab247794","price":0.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/iright.com\/products\/abcam-ab247794","provider":"Iright","version":"1.0","type":"link"}