Abcam, ab320511, Alexa Fluor® 647 Anti-SPARC antibody [SP205]

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal SPARC antibody - conjugated to Alexa Fluor® 647.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:SP205,
Isotype:IgG,
Conjugation:Alexa Fluor® 647,
Excitation/Emission:Ex: 650nm, Em: 665nm,
Carrier free:No,
Applications:Target Binding Affinity, Antibody LabellingSee 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
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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
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.
Alexa Fluor® is a registered trademark of Molecular Probes, Inc, a Thermo Fisher Scientific Company. The Alexa Fluor® dye included in this product is provided under an intellectual property license from Life Technologies Corporation. As this product contains the Alexa Fluor® dye, the purchase of this product conveys to the buyer the non-transferable right to use the purchased product and components of the product only in research conducted by the buyer (whether the buyer is an academic or for-profit entity). As this product contains the Alexa Fluor® dye the sale of this product is expressly conditioned on the buyer not using the product or its components, or any materials made using the product or its components, in any activity to generate revenue, which may include, but is not limited to use of the product or its components: in manufacturing; (ii) to provide a service, information, or data in return for payment (iii) for therapeutic, diagnostic or prophylactic purposes; or (iv) for resale, regardless of whether they are sold for use in research. For information on purchasing a license to this product for purposes other than research, contact Life Technologies Corporation, 5781 Van Allen Way, Carlsbad, CA 92008 USA or outlicensing@thermofisher.com.

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A/G, 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.
SPARC also known as Secreted Protein Acidic and Rich in Cysteine or osteonectin is a glycoprotein with a molecular mass of approximately 32 to 43 kDa. It is widely expressed in various tissues notably within the bone skin and extracellular matrix. SPARC influences cell-matrix interactions and modulates cellular functions such as proliferation and migration. The protein plays a role in tissue remodeling and wound healing by interacting with structural components of the matrix and regulating cell adhesion.
Biological function summary
SPARC impacts processes related to cell communication and matrix dynamics. It does not form part of large complexes but functions through interactions with matrix molecules and receptors. SPARC regulates collagen fibrillogenesis and influences the bioavailability of growth factors. It further affects angiogenesis through its ability to alter cellular adhesion and spreading which impacts vascular development and repair processes.
Pathways
SPARC integrates into regulatory cascades such as the WNT signaling and TGF-β pathways. These pathways are essential for cellular growth repair and differentiation. In the context of the TGF-β signaling pathway SPARC modulates interactions with proteins like integrins and collagens impacting fibrotic processes and matrix assembly.
Alterations in SPARC expression show associations with cancer and fibrosis. The protein functions in tumor progression where it can influence tumor cell interactions with the stroma and affect cell migration and invasion. Furthermore in fibrotic diseases SPARC regulates the deposition and organization of collagen contributing to tissue stiffening. Connections are evident between SPARC and other matrix proteins like fibronectin known for their roles in these pathological conditions.