{"product_id":"abcam-ab316996","title":"Abcam, ab316996, Human beta 2 Defensin\/BD-2 Antibody Pair - BSA and Azide free","description":"\u003cp\u003eSize: 10 x 96Tests\u003cbr\u003e\nHuman beta 2 Defensin\/BD-2 Antibody Pair - BSA and Azide free is a kit containing recombinant capture and detector antibodies in a carrier-free formulation for the measurement of Human beta 2 Defensin\/BD-2.\u003cbr\u003e\nKey facts\u003cbr\u003e\nReacts with:Human,\u003cbr\u003e\nAssay type:ELISA set,\u003cbr\u003e\nRange:1.56 - 100 pg\/mL,\u003cbr\u003e\nAssay Platform:Reagents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProduct details:\u003cbr\u003e\nPatented technology\u003cbr\u003e\nOur RabMAb\u003cbr\u003e\ntechnology is a patented hybridoma-based technology for making rabbit monoclonal antibodies. For details on our patents, please refer to\u003cbr\u003e\nRabMAb® patents\u003cbr\u003e\nUse our conjugation kits for antibody conjugates that are ready-to-use in as little as 20 minutes with \u0026lt;1 minute hands-on-time and 100% antibody recovery: available for fluorescent dyes, HRP, biotin and gold.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe pair can be used in variety of assays and platforms including but not limited to:\u003cbr\u003e\nSandwich ELISA\u003cbr\u003e\nFRET\/TR-FRET\/HTRF\u003cbr\u003e\nMeso Scale Discovery\u003cbr\u003e\nBead-based assays\u003cbr\u003e\nAlphaLISA\u003cbr\u003e\n\/AlphaScreen\u003cbr\u003e\nDELFIA\u003cbr\u003e\nimmunoassays\u003cbr\u003e\nand Single Molecule Counting (SMC™) immunoassays\u003cbr\u003e\nMultiplex\u003cbr\u003e\nOur antibody pairs are supplied in a carrier-free format that is conjugation-ready:\u003cbr\u003e\nBuffer free of BSA, sodium azide, and glycerol for higher conjugation efficiency.\u003cbr\u003e\nConcentration of ~1 mg\/ml as measured by the protein A280 method.\u003cbr\u003e\nWe can label antibodies for you: get in touch today to discuss how we can help accelerate your assay development with custom conjugation services.\u003cbr\u003e\nPairs are screened in biological samples, including plasma and serum, to ensure specificity in complex samples.\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease note:\u003cbr\u003e\nThe recommended antibody orientation is based on internal optimization in sandwich ELISA. Antibody orientation is assay dependent and needs to be optimized for each assay type.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe range provided for this antibody pair is based on initial sandwich ELISA validation data using recombinant protein. Performance and range of the antibody pair will depend on the specific characteristics of your assay, including standard protein selection.\u003cbr\u003e\nWe guarantee the product works in sandwich ELISA, but we do not guarantee the sensitivity or dynamic range of the antibodies in other assays.\u003cbr\u003e\nAntibody properties:\u003cbr\u003e\nCapture antibody:\u003cbr\u003e\nrecombinant rabbit monoclonal (unconjugated) – 100 µg\u003cbr\u003e\nDetector antibody:\u003cbr\u003e\nrecombinant rabbit monoclonal (unconjugated) - 100 µg\u003cbr\u003e\nConcentration\u003cbr\u003e\n: ~1 mg\/ml\u003cbr\u003e\nStorage buffer:\u003cbr\u003e\n100% PBS\u003cbr\u003e\nLiquid\u003cbr\u003e\nIsotype:\u003cbr\u003e\nRecombinant monoclonal antibodies offer 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 production\u003cbr\u003e\nMeso Scale Discovery and MSD are registered trademarks of Meso Scale Diagnostics, LLC.\u003cbr\u003e\nAlphaLISA, AlphaScreen, and DELFIA are registered trademarks of PerkinElmer, Inc.\u003cbr\u003e\nSimoa is a registered trademark of Quanterix, Inc.\u003cbr\u003e\nSMC is a registered trademark of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProperties and Storage Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nShipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions-+4°C, Storage information-+4°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupplementary Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nThis supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.\u003cbr\u003e\nBeta 2 defensin also known as BD-2 or beta-defensin 2 is a small antimicrobial peptide with a molecular mass of about 4.6 kDa. It plays an important role in the innate immune response by disrupting microbial membranes. BD-2 is expressed in epithelial cells making it important for creating a protective barrier in the skin respiratory tract and urogenital tract. This peptide acts directly against bacteria fungi and some viruses helping to maintain microbial homeostasis in these areas.\u003cbr\u003e\nBiological function summary\u003cbr\u003e\nBeta 2 defensin serves as a critical component of host defense mechanisms. It not only shows antimicrobial properties but also influences inflammatory processes. BD-2 interacts with immune cells recruiting and activating them for enhanced defense response. Presently there is no evidence of beta 2 defensin being part of a larger protein complex focusing its function on immediate immune response and cellular signaling in areas it is expressed.\u003cbr\u003e\nPathways\u003cbr\u003e\nBeta 2 defensin engages in critical pathways of immune protection. It is part of the toll-like receptor signaling pathway and engages the NF-kB pathway. These pathways are essential for activating immune responses when pathogens are recognized. Additionally beta 2 defensin interacts with other defensins and related antimicrobial peptides to mount an effective immune response coordinating with various cytokines and chemokines to balance protective actions.\u003cbr\u003e\nBeta 2 defensin has connections to inflammatory and autoimmune conditions. It has a potential link to psoriasis where its expression levels are increased serving both protective and inflammatory roles. BD-2 is also investigated in cystic fibrosis where its impaired function can contribute to chronic lung infections. In these conditions the altered balance of BD-2 associates it with proteins involved in immune dysregulation contributing to the pathophysiology of these disorders.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Abcam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46843608334505,"sku":"ab316996","price":0.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/iright.com\/products\/abcam-ab316996","provider":"Iright","version":"1.0","type":"link"}