Abcam, ab288418, Anti-B7-H6 antibody [17B1.3]

Size: 200µg
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal B7-H6 antibody. Suitable for ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human NCR3LG1.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:17B1.3,
Isotype:IgG,
Light chain type:kappa,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:ICC/IFSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Fragment Protein within Human NCR3LG1. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.Q68D85,
Specificity:mAb 17B1.3 specifically recognises B7-H6. 17B1.3 reacted with human tumour cell lines constitutively expressing B7-H6 such as HeLa cells. Fab 17B1.3 does not interfere with the binding of B7-H6 to NKp30, but nevertheless blocks NK cell activation.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-Preservative: 0.02% Proclin 300Constituents: PBS, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage duration-1-2 weeks, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions--20°C, Aliquoting information-Upon delivery aliquot, Storage information-Avoid freeze / thaw cycle

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
B7-H6 also called NCR3LG1 is a cell surface protein functioning as a ligand for the NKp30 receptor. The protein weighs approximately 55 kDa and is mainly expressed on tumor cells and certain activated immune cells. Scientists often use tools like B7-H6 flow assays to study its expression patterns in various cell types. In the immune landscape B7-H6 interacts with NKp30 to stimulate natural killer (NK) cell activation and mediate immune responses.
Biological function summary
B7-H6 acts as an important component in natural killer cell-mediated cytotoxicity. The protein is not part of a larger complex but operates independently to engage NK cell activity. It serves as a signal for NK cells to identify and destroy tumor cells. Additionally B7-H6 expression on tumor cells often correlates with immune cell recognition thereby playing an important role in tumor immunity.
Pathways
B7-H6 participates in the immune response pathways connected to natural killer cell activation. Specifically it interacts with proteins like NKp30 as part of the natural cytotoxicity triggering receptor signaling process. These interactions facilitate the destruction of target cells enhancing the body's innate immune response by activating downstream pathways vital to immune defense.
B7-H6 has associations with cancer and infectious diseases. In several cancer types including mesothelioma the protein's elevated expression can serve as an indicator of tumorigenesis. B7-H6 alongside its partner NKp30 potentially plays a role in immune escape mechanisms employed by tumors. Understanding this interaction offers insights into novel therapeutic strategies for tackling such conditions.