{"product_id":"abcam-ab308413","title":"Abcam, ab308413, Anti-SARS CoV 2 (COVID 19) Spike S2 \/ S2' antibody [HL1039]","description":"\u003cp\u003eSize: 100µL\u003cbr\u003e\nRabbit Recombinant Monoclonal SPIKE antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for IHC-P, ICC\/IF, WB and reacts with Transfected cell line - SARS-CoV-2, Transfected cell lysate - SARS-CoV-2, Recombinant fragment - SARS-CoV-2 samples.\u003cbr\u003e\nKey facts\u003cbr\u003e\nHost species:Rabbit,\u003cbr\u003e\nClonality:Monoclonal,\u003cbr\u003e\nClone number:HL1039,\u003cbr\u003e\nIsotype:IgG,\u003cbr\u003e\nCarrier free:Yes,\u003cbr\u003e\nReacts with:SARS-CoV-2,\u003cbr\u003e\nApplications:ICC\/IF, IHC-P, WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProduct details:\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\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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProperties and Storage Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nForm-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-pH: 7.4Constituents: 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-+4°C, Aliquoting information-Upon delivery aliquot, Storage information-Avoid freeze \/ thaw cycle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupplementary Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nThis supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe SARS-CoV-2 Spike Glycoprotein S2 also known as S2 subunit is a segment of spike protein found on the surface of the SARS-CoV-2 virus. The spike protein facilitates viral entry into host cells. Mechanically S2 mediates membrane fusion which is essential for the virus to merge with cellular membranes allowing viral RNA to enter and replicate within the host. This protein has a molecular weight of approximately 680 kDa combined with S1. Expressed mainly in virions the spike protein is the target for many therapeutic interventions.\u003cbr\u003e\nBiological function summary\u003cbr\u003e\nThe SARS-CoV-2 Spike Glycoprotein S2 plays an important role in the viral infectivity process. It is part of a trimeric spike protein complex which undergoes a conformational shift during host cell entry. The S2 subunit specifically triggers the fusion process following receptor binding of another component the S1 subunit. During infection immune response typically generates anti-spike antibodies that target this protein aiming to block viral invasion or clear infected cells.\u003cbr\u003e\nPathways\u003cbr\u003e\nThe SARS-CoV-2 Spike Glycoprotein S2 is critical in the viral entry and replication pathway. It interacts with host proteins in pathways involving endocytosis. The fusion activity of S2 is closely associated with cellular proteases like TMPRSS2 and furin which prime the spike protein for entry. These interactions are important for the initiation of the viral replication cycle and help shape the host's pathophysiological response to infection.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe SARS-CoV-2 Spike Glycoprotein S2 holds significant relevance in COVID-19 pathogenesis which is caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. This protein's interaction with angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 (ACE2) alongside the spike S1 subunit plays an important role in determining the virus’s infectivity and host cell invasion. Understanding its role can aid in designing therapeutic strategies against COVID-19 and related variants also revealing connections to host immune responses.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Abcam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46850554953897,"sku":"ab308413","price":0.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/iright.com\/products\/abcam-ab308413","provider":"Iright","version":"1.0","type":"link"}