Abcam, ab309688, Alexa Fluor® 488 Anti-DLL3 antibody [EPR22592-18]

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal DLL3 antibody - conjugated to Alexa Fluor® 488. Suitable for Flow Cyt (Intra) and reacts with Human samples.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:EPR22592-18,
Isotype:IgG,
Conjugation:Alexa Fluor® 488,
Excitation/Emission:Ex: 495nm, Em: 519nm,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications: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.,
Specificity:The mouse recommendation is based on the IHC-P results. We do not guarantee WB for mouse.

Product details:
How are conjugated primary antibodies validated?
This conjugated primary antibody is released using a quantitative quality control method that evaluates binding affinity post-conjugation and efficiency of antibody labeling.
For suitable applications and species reactivity, please refer to the unconjugated version of this clone.
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
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recombinant antibodies
Patented technology
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technology is a patented hybridoma-based technology for making rabbit monoclonal antibodies. For details on our patents, please refer to
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Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-pH: 7.4Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 30% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 1% BSA, 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, Store in the dark

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
DLL3 also known as Delta-like protein 3 is a member of the Delta/Serrate/Jagged family. This protein has a molecular mass of approximately 64 kDa. Scientists find DLL3 expression primarily in the Golgi apparatus of cells. In healthy tissues DLL3 is mostly present in the central nervous system whereas in abnormal conditions it appears in certain types of cancer cells. The detection of DLL3 expression commonly performed using IHC (immunohistochemistry) highlights its potential as a biomarker in pathological studies.
Biological function summary
DLL3 functions mainly in the modulation of the Notch signaling pathway. It does not activate this pathway but acts as an inhibitor blocking Notch ligand activation on adjacent cells. DLL3's role involves binding directly to Notch receptors altering cellular differentiation and growth processes. Despite being related to the Delta/Serrate/LAG-2 family DLL3 exhibits unique characteristics in its interactions forming part of a regulatory complex different from its family members.
Pathways
DLL3 engages importantly in the Notch signaling pathway affecting important cellular communications that regulate development and differentiation. Its interaction with proteins of the Notch family specifically the Notch receptors highlights its inhibitory role. Additionally DLL3 intersects with the Wnt signaling pathway though indirect influencing its output by modulating availability of pathway regulators.
DLL3 has significant implications in cancer notably small cell lung cancer (SCLC) and neuroendocrine tumors. Researchers associate increased DLL3 expression with aggressive tumor behavior and poor prognosis. The protein also shows relevance in congenital disorders such as spondylocostal dysostosis where abnormal DLL3 function leads to vertebral segmentation defects. In these contexts DLL3 often relates to proteins involved in the disruption of normal signaling cascades impacting both tumor progression and developmental anomalies.