Abcam, ab250894, Anti-calcyphosine antibody [EPR15631] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal calcyphosine antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for IHC-P, WB and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 1 publication.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR15631,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:IHC-P, WBSee 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:
ab250894 is the carrier-free version of
ab186740
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.
Compatibility
This product is compatible with the Maxpar
Antibody Labeling Kit from Fluidigm, without the need for antibody preparation. Maxpar
is a trademark of Fluidigm Canada Inc.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, 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

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
Calcyphosine also known as CAPS is a calcium-binding protein with a molecular mass of approximately 22 kDa. It plays a role in intracellular calcium signaling. Calcyphosine expression occurs widely in multiple tissues with high levels observed in the thyroid gland and epithelial tissues. It binds calcium ions impacting cellular processes such as signal transduction and cell communication.
Biological function summary
Calcyphosine influences several cellular functions related to calcium homeostasis and signaling. It does not form part of any larger complex but modulates cellular activities by regulating calcium ion concentrations inside cells. This regulation is critical for functions like muscle contraction hormone secretion and neurotransmitter release. Its presence in different tissues suggests diverse roles depending on the cellular environment.
Pathways
Calcyphosine plays a role in calcium-dependent pathways significant for maintaining cellular activities. It intersects with the calcium signaling pathway affecting proteins like calmodulin and calcineurin which further mediate various cellular responses. These interactions alter signal transmission processes vital for cell responses and adaptations.
Studies have noted calcyphosine's involvement in thyroid-related conditions and some cancers. Altered expression levels link the protein to thyroid disorders potentially affecting thyroid hormone production and regulation. Calcyphosine's interaction with proteins like TSH receptor and thyroid transcription factors highlights its role in thyroid function and its potential influence on thyroid pathology and neoplastic conditions.