Abcam, ab251341, Anti-SA2 antibody [EPR17865] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal SA2 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for WB, IHC-P, ICC/IF, Flow Cyt (Intra) and reacts with Human, Mouse, Rat samples. Cited in 1 publication.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR17865,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Mouse, Rat, Human,
Applications:Flow Cyt (Intra), WB, IHC-P, 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:
ab251341 is the carrier-free version of
ab201451
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, 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

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
The SA2 protein also known as stromal antigen 2 is a component of the cohesin complex playing a significant role in chromosomal dynamics. With an approximate molecular weight of 152 kDa SA2 exhibits high expression in the nucleus of proliferating cells particularly during interphase. This cohesin component contributes critically to maintaining sister chromatid cohesion and ensuring proper segregation during cell division serving as a functional partner in the cohesin complex with other components like SMC1 SMC3 and RAD21.
Biological function summary
SA2 plays an important role in regulating gene expression by forming loops that connect different genomic regions. SA2 as a member of the cohesin complex also participates in DNA repair by facilitating accurate recombination enhancing genome stability. This involvement is essential for maintaining chromatin structure which influences diverse cellular processes. Its expression can be an important modulator in the dynamic environment of cellular proliferation and differentiation.
Pathways
SA2 functions integrally within the cohesin-mediated sister chromatid cohesion pathway and the DNA damage response pathway. In these pathways SA2 teams with proteins such as CTCF in insulator function regulation and BRCA1 in DNA repair mechanisms. The cohesin-SA2 interaction with these proteins ensures proper chromosomal architecture and integrity which are essential for the accurate transmission of genetic material across generations of cells.
SA2 mutations or dysregulations have been linked to Cornelia de Lange Syndrome (CdLS) and certain cancers. In CdLS SA2 mutations disrupt normal cohesin function affecting developmental processes. In cancer contexts abnormal SA2 function or expression can lead to improper DNA repair contributing to genomic instability and tumorigenesis. It is often studied in concert with other cohesin proteins and regulatory elements like NIPBL which provides insights into cohesin-related pathologies and potential therapeutic targets.