{"product_id":"abcam-ab248368","title":"Abcam, ab248368, Anti-hCG beta antibody [EPHCGR2] - BSA and Azide free","description":"\u003cp\u003eSize: 100µg \/ 1mg\u003cbr\u003e\nRabbit Recombinant Monoclonal Choriogonadotropin subunit beta antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for IHC-P 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:EPHCGR2,\u003cbr\u003e\nIsotype:IgG,\u003cbr\u003e\nCarrier free:Yes,\u003cbr\u003e\nReacts with:Human,\u003cbr\u003e\nApplications:IHC-PSee 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\nab248368 is the carrier-free version of\u003cbr\u003e\nab131170\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\nHCG beta also known as beta hCG or hCGβ is a subunit of the human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) protein. This protein plays critical roles in human reproduction. hCG is a glycoprotein hormone composed of alpha and beta subunits with the beta subunit being unique to hCG and conferring its biological specificity. The mass of the beta hCG is approximately 22.2 kDa. hCG beta is expressed mainly in placental trophoblastic cells during pregnancy where it stimulates the corpus luteum to produce progesterone. This progesterone production is essential to maintain the uterine lining for embryo implantation and growth.\u003cbr\u003e\nBiological function summary\u003cbr\u003e\nHCG beta plays a significant role in gestational development. It is not a standalone protein but part of the larger hCG complex conferring specific hormonal activity when paired with the common alpha subunit. This activity involves supporting fetal-placental development and enabling maternal immune tolerance to the embryo. As a marker hCG beta levels are measured in pregnancy tests to confirm conception. In addition to pregnancy-related functions hCG beta has been detected in certain cancers making it useful as a tumor marker. It sometimes gets used in clinical settings to monitor trophoblastic disease and germ cell tumors.\u003cbr\u003e\nPathways\u003cbr\u003e\nHCG beta is intricately involved in reproductive signaling pathways. It plays an important role in the cAMP-PKA pathway by acting through the luteinizing hormone\/choriogonadotropin receptor which regulates steroidogenesis in the reproductive system. hCG beta’s activity leads to the stimulation of downstream proteins such as progesterone which modulates various reproductive and systemic effects. The involvement of hCG beta in the Wnt signaling pathway has also been suggested indicating its broader role in cellular growth and differentiation making it an influential factor in both pregnancy and certain oncogenic processes.\u003cbr\u003e\nHCG beta holds significant importance in oncology and reproductive health. Elevated levels of hCG beta are associated with gestational trophoblastic diseases such as choriocarcinoma a fast-growing cancer originating in the uterus. The protein’s abnormal presence is often an indicator in testicular cancer specifically germ cell tumors where it serves as a marker for diagnosis and treatment monitoring. These connections make hCG beta a valuable target for understanding tumor biology and developing diagnostic strategies. Further interactions with related proteins such as the luteinizing hormone receptor highlight its function in these pathogenic conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Abcam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46850710372521,"sku":"ab248368","price":0.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/iright.com\/products\/abcam-ab248368","provider":"Iright","version":"1.0","type":"link"}