Abcam, ab271845, Anti-MMP1 antibody [EP1247Y] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal MMP1 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for IHC-P, ICC/IF, Flow Cyt (Intra) and reacts with Human samples.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EP1247Y,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:IHC-P, ICC/IF, Flow Cyt (Intra)See 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:
ab271845 is the carrier-free version of
ab52631
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
Species reactivity
Rat: We have preliminary internal testing data to indicate this antibody may not react with this species.
Please
contact us
for more information.
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.
MMP1 also known as collagenase-1 is an enzyme belonging to the matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) family. It is responsible for the degradation of type I II and III collagens making it an important player in collagen turnover. MMP1 has a molecular weight of approximately 54 kDa. This enzyme is expressed in various tissues including skin lung and reproductive organs primarily during tissue remodeling and repair. Scientists often use MMP1 ELISA kits and MMP1 inhibitors to study its expression and activity levels.
Biological function summary
MMP1 plays a significant role in the modulation of the extracellular matrix. It facilitates cellular processes by breaking down structural proteins and allowing for cell migration proliferation and differentiation. Although it acts independently MMP1 works in harmony with other MMP family members to maintain extracellular matrix homeostasis and is often linked to tissue remodeling complexes. This makes the MMP1 a valuable target for researchers interested in tissue repair and fibrosis.
Pathways
Studies show MMP1 involvement in critical processes such as the inflammatory response and wound healing. In the inflammatory pathway MMP1 expression is regulated by cytokines that respond to tissue injury. Within the wound healing pathway this enzyme interacts with proteins like transforming growth factor-beta (TGF-beta) to coordinate the repair process by remodeling extracellular matrix components. This illustrates the interconnected nature of MMP1 with significant regulatory proteins.
MMP1 has significant associations with osteoarthritis and cancer metastasis. MMP1 contributes to the breakdown of cartilage in osteoarthritis highlighting its role in disease progression and joint degradation. In the context of cancer elevated MMP1 expression correlates with the metastatic potential where it assists tumor invasion by degrading the surrounding matrix. MMP1's involvement with other MMPs including MMP2 and MMP9 highlights its importance in these pathological conditions making it a therapeutic target in related research.