Abcam, ab308460, Anti-CD58 antibody [EPR27435-85] - BSA and Azide free

Size: 100µg / 1mg
Knockout Tested Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal CD58 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for WB, ICC/IF, Flow Cyt, IP and reacts with Human samples.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR27435-85,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:Yes,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:ICC/IF, Flow Cyt, WB, IPSee 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:
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
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

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
CD58 also known as lymphocyte function-associated antigen 3 (LFA-3) is a glycoprotein with a molecular mass of approximately 60 kDa. It is present on the surface of various cell types including antigen-presenting cells epithelial cells and some other leukocytes. This protein serves as a ligand for CD2 which is expressed on T cells and natural killer cells. Through its interaction with CD2 CD58 mediates cell adhesion and plays a role in immunological synapse formation which is essential for effective immune responses.
Biological function summary
Lymphocyte function-associated antigen 3 acts as a significant participant in the immune system. It plays a role in T cell activation and facilitates interactions between T cells and antigen-presenting cells. CD58 forms part of a complex network of cell surface proteins that enhances immune surveillance and response. Its role highlights its importance in adaptive immunity by promoting cell-to-cell communication and activation.
Pathways
CD58 participates in the cell adhesion pathways. It interacts closely with CD2 which is involved in the activation and signaling of T cells. Through this interaction CD58 plays roles in pathways like T cell receptor signaling and immune response. It enhances cell-cell adhesion helping T cells maintain their position during immune surveillance and activation.
CD58 relates to conditions such as autoimmune diseases and certain cancers. In autoimmune disorders aberrant expression or function of CD58 may contribute to inappropriate immune activation leading to tissue damage. In cancer CD58 alterations can affect tumor immune evasion influencing how the immune system recognizes and attacks cancer cells. In multiple sclerosis an autoimmune disease the interaction between CD58 and CD2 has been studied providing insights into its role in disease mechanisms.