{"product_id":"abcam-ab303663","title":"Abcam, ab303663, Anti-C5a \/ C5a des Arg antibody [C17\/5] - BSA and Azide Free","description":"\u003cp\u003eSize: 100µg \/ 1mg\u003cbr\u003e\nMouse Recombinant Monoclonal C5 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for WB, I-ELISA and reacts with Human, Recombinant full length protein - Human samples.\u003cbr\u003e\nKey facts\u003cbr\u003e\nHost species:Mouse,\u003cbr\u003e\nClonality:Monoclonal,\u003cbr\u003e\nClone number:C17\/5,\u003cbr\u003e\nIsotype:IgG1,\u003cbr\u003e\nCarrier free:Yes,\u003cbr\u003e\nReacts with:Human,\u003cbr\u003e\nApplications:I-ELISA, WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,\u003cbr\u003e\nImmunogen:The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProduct details:\u003cbr\u003e\nab303663 is a carrier free version of\u003cbr\u003e\nab303662\u003cbr\u003e\nWhat are the advantages of a recombinant monoclonal antibody?\u003cbr\u003e\nThis product is a recombinant monoclonal antibody, which offers several advantages including:\u003cbr\u003e\n- High batch-to-batch consistency and reproducibility\u003cbr\u003e\n- Improved sensitivity and specificity\u003cbr\u003e\n- Long-term security of supply\u003cbr\u003e\n- Animal-free batch production\u003cbr\u003e\nFor more information, read more on\u003cbr\u003e\nrecombinant antibodies\u003cbr\u003e\nWant a custom formulation?\u003cbr\u003e\nThis antibody clone is manufactured by Abcam. If you require a custom buffer formulation or conjugation for your experiments, please contact orders@abcam.com\u003cbr\u003e\nConjugation ready\u003cbr\u003e\nOur 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.\u003cbr\u003e\nUse our\u003cbr\u003e\nconjugation kits\u003cbr\u003e\nfor 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.\u003cbr\u003e\nCompatibility\u003cbr\u003e\nThis product is compatible with the Maxpar\u003cbr\u003e\nAntibody Labeling Kit from Fluidigm, without the need for antibody preparation. Maxpar\u003cbr\u003e\nis a trademark of Fluidigm Canada Inc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProperties and Storage Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nForm-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\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupplementary Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nThis supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe C5a protein also known as anaphylatoxin C5a is a small potent molecule weighing approximately 11 kDa. It originates from the larger complement component C5 during complement system activation. The C5a des Arg is a slightly modified version produced when enzymes cleave the C-terminal arginine from C5a. Both forms express on cell surfaces and recognize specific receptors on target cells particularly in immune and inflammatory responses.\u003cbr\u003e\nBiological function summary\u003cbr\u003e\nThis protein controls complex interactions within the immune system specifically as part of the cleavage product of C5 a component of the complement system. C5a binds to receptors such as C5aR and C5L2 which appear in high numbers on various immune cells like macrophages neutrophils and endothelial cells. This binding triggers multiple intracellular pathways mediating inflammatory processes and immune cell activation.\u003cbr\u003e\nPathways\u003cbr\u003e\nThe complement system involves the activation sequences where C5a plays a pivotal role. It participates in the activation of the classic and the alternative complement pathways contributing to the opsonization and lysis of pathogens. C5a works closely with proteins such as C3a and C9 orchestrating the body's defense mechanisms against infections while facilitating communication between the innate and adaptive immune systems.\u003cbr\u003e\nC5a plays a notable role in inflammatory diseases like rheumatoid arthritis and sepsis. Its overactivation relates to severe inflammatory responses and tissue damage. The link between C5a and other inflammatory mediators such as tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-alpha) emphasizes its contribution to the pathogenesis of these conditions. Understanding these pathways offers insight into potential therapeutic targets for modulating excessive inflammation and immune responses.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Abcam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854478823593,"sku":"ab303663","price":0.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/iright.com\/products\/abcam-ab303663","provider":"Iright","version":"1.0","type":"link"}