{"product_id":"abcam-ab24882","title":"Abcam, ab24882, FITC Anti-MHC Class II antibody [2G11]","description":"\u003cp\u003eSize: 100µg\u003cbr\u003e\nMouse Monoclonal HLA-DPB1 antibody - conjugated to FITC. Suitable for IP, Flow Cyt, WB and reacts with Chicken samples. Cited in 3 publications.\u003cbr\u003e\nKey facts\u003cbr\u003e\nHost species:Mouse,\u003cbr\u003e\nClonality:Monoclonal,\u003cbr\u003e\nClone number:2G11,\u003cbr\u003e\nIsotype:IgG1,\u003cbr\u003e\nLight chain type:kappa,\u003cbr\u003e\nConjugation:FITC,\u003cbr\u003e\nExcitation\/Emission:Ex: 495nm, Em: 519nm,\u003cbr\u003e\nCarrier free:No,\u003cbr\u003e\nReacts with:Chicken,\u003cbr\u003e\nApplications:IP, WB, Flow CytSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecificity:Ab24882 recognises MHC Class II (B-L) molecules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProperties and Storage Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nForm-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification, Storage buffer-pH: 7.4Preservative: 0.1% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions-+4°C, Storage information-Store in the dark\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupplementary Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nThis supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.\u003cbr\u003e\nMHC Class II also known as MHC II or human leukocyte antigen (HLA) class II is a protein complex with a molecular mass generally around 55 kDa. This protein is mainly expressed on the surface of antigen-presenting cells such as dendritic cells macrophages and B cells. It plays an important role in the immune system by presenting extracellular antigens to T helper cells. MHC II molecules are composed of two polypeptide chains alpha and beta which associate to form a heterodimer on the cell surface.\u003cbr\u003e\nBiological function summary\u003cbr\u003e\nMHC Class II molecules facilitate the immune system's recognition and response to pathogens by presenting processed antigenic peptides to CD4+ T lymphocytes. This activity involves their assembly within the endosomal-lysosomal system where they bind peptides derived from endocytosed proteins. MHC II is part of the major histocompatibility complex which includes other related molecules such as MHC Class I (HLA class I). The binding and presentation of peptides are central for the coordination of adaptive immune responses enhancing pathogen clearance and maintaining immunological memory.\u003cbr\u003e\nPathways\u003cbr\u003e\nMHC Class II operates within the antigen processing and presentation pathway important for adaptive immunity. Its interaction with CD4+ T cells stimulates downstream signaling pathways leading to T cell activation and differentiation. Related proteins in the antigen presentation pathway include invariant chain (Ii) which guides MHC II to the endosome and HLA-DM which facilitates peptide loading. Together these proteins and pathways work to ensure effective immune surveillance and response.\u003cbr\u003e\nAlterations in MHC Class II expression or function are associated with autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and type 1 diabetes. In these conditions improper antigen presentation may lead to an inappropriate immune response against self-proteins. The involvement of MHC II in disease is often linked to specific HLA alleles which vary among individuals and influence susceptibility to autoimmune disorders. Additionally the abnormal function of connected proteins like cytokines from activated T helper cells can exacerbate these immune conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Abcam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46855370965161,"sku":"ab24882","price":0.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/iright.com\/products\/abcam-ab24882","provider":"Iright","version":"1.0","type":"link"}