Abcam, ab253506, Human MASP2 Antibody Pair - BSA and Azide free

Size: 10 x 96Tests
Human MASP2 Antibody Pair - BSA and Azide free is a kit containing recombinant capture and detector antibodies in a carrier-free formulation for the measurement of Human MASP2.
Key facts
Reacts with:Human,
Assay type:ELISA set,
Range:125 - 8000 pg/mL,
Assay Platform:Reagents

Product details:
Human MASP2 Antibody Pair is a matched pair of unconjugated
recombinant rabbit monoclonal
capture and detection antibodies used to quantify Human MASP2 in sandwich ELISAs and many other pair-based applications.
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
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.
The pair can be used in variety of assays and platforms including but not limited to:
Sandwich ELISA
FRET/TR-FRET/HTRF
Meso Scale Discovery
Bead-based assays
AlphaLISA
/AlphaScreen
DELFIA
immunoassays
and Single Molecule Counting (SMC™) immunoassays
Multiplex
Our antibody pairs are supplied in a carrier-free format that is conjugation-ready:
Buffer free of BSA, sodium azide, and glycerol for higher conjugation efficiency.
Concentration of ~1 mg/ml as measured by the protein A280 method.
We can label antibodies for you: get in touch today to discuss how we can help accelerate your assay development with custom conjugation services.
Pairs are screened in biological samples, including plasma and serum, to ensure specificity in complex samples.
Please note:
The recommended antibody orientation is based on internal optimization in sandwich ELISA. Antibody orientation is assay dependent and needs to be optimized for each assay type.
The range provided for this antibody pair is based on initial sandwich ELISA validation data using recombinant protein. Performance and range of the antibody pair will depend on the specific characteristics of your assay, including standard protein selection.
We guarantee the product works in sandwich ELISA, but we do not guarantee the sensitivity or dynamic range of the antibodies in other assays.
Antibody properties:
Capture antibody:
recombinant rabbit monoclonal (unconjugated) – 100 µg
Detector antibody:
recombinant rabbit monoclonal (unconjugated) - 100 µg
Concentration
: ~1 mg/ml
Storage buffer:
100% PBS
Liquid
Isotype:
Recombinant monoclonal antibodies offer several advantages including:
- High batch-to-batch consistency and reproducibility
- Improved sensitivity and specificity
- Long-term security of supply
- Animal-free production
Meso Scale Discovery and MSD are registered trademarks of Meso Scale Diagnostics, LLC.
AlphaLISA, AlphaScreen, and DELFIA are registered trademarks of PerkinElmer, Inc.
Simoa is a registered trademark of Quanterix, Inc.
SMC is a registered trademark of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany.

Properties and Storage Information:
Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions-+4°C, Storage information-+4°C

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
MASP-2 also known as Mannan-binding lectin serine protease 2 is an important component of the innate immune system. This protein has a molecular mass of approximately 76 kDa and is expressed in the liver before being released into the bloodstream. MASP-2 primarily acts during the lectin pathway of the complement system where it plays an essential role in immune defense. The protein activates the complement cascade upon binding with carbohydrate molecules on pathogen surfaces contributing to opsonization and direct lysis of pathogens.
Biological function summary
MASP-2 associates with MBL (Mannose-binding lectin) and forms a complex critical for the lectin pathway's function. In this complex MASP-2 initiates the cleavage of complement proteins C4 and C2 forming the C3 convertase. This action enhances the immune response by promoting the clearance of pathogens. MASP-1 is another protease that works closely with MASP-2 in this pathway although the two have distinct roles—MASP-2 is primarily responsible for the activation of the downstream components of the cascade.
Pathways
MASP-2 plays an integral role in the complement system and particularly in the lectin pathway which is one of the three pathways of complement activation. It connects with both the classical and alternative pathways through the formation of C3 convertase a critical step in the complement cascade. The interactions with other proteins like MASP-1 and MBL are significant; MASP-1 has an additional role in the activation sequence by further augmenting MASP-2's activity and facilitating efficient pathogen clearance.
MASP-2 is connected to conditions like autoimmune diseases and recurrent infections due to its involvement in the complement system. For instance MASP-2 deficiency can lead to increased susceptibility to infections reflecting its role in pathogen clearance. The protein has been studied in relation to systemic lupus erythematosus where dysregulation of the complement pathway can exacerbate disease symptoms. Proteins such as MBL and MASP-1 which interact closely with MASP-2 also have roles in these disease states and further illustrate the importance of proper complement system functioning in disease prevention and control.