Abcam, ab37657, Anti-S100A12/CGRP antibody

Size: 200µg
Rabbit Polyclonal S100A12/CGRP antibody. Suitable for WB, IHC-Fr and reacts with Recombinant fragment - Human, Human samples. Cited in 10 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Protein within Human S100A12.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Polyclonal,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human,
Applications:WB, IHC-FrSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Protein within Human S100A12. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.P80511

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Immunogen, Storage buffer-Preservative: 0.1% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 50% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 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

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
The S100A12 protein also known as Calgranulin C or CGRP (Calcitonin Gene-Related Peptide) has a molecular mass of approximately 10.4 kDa. This protein shows expression primarily in neutrophils but is also present in other types of cells such as epithelial cells and certain cell lines. S100A12 belongs to the S100 protein family which is part of the EF-hand calcium-binding proteins known for playing roles in cell regulation. The protein binds calcium ions which influence its structural conformation.
Biological function summary
S100A12 is important in the inflammatory response and immune system regulation. It acts as a pro-inflammatory mediator attracting leukocytes to sites of inflammation. Furthermore it can bind to receptors on cell surfaces like RAGE (Receptor for Advanced Glycation End Products) which induces signaling cascades that amplify immune responses. S100A12 does not function alone but often forms homodimers or heterodimers with other S100 proteins enhancing its biological activities.
Pathways
S100A12 participates in pathways like the inflammatory response pathway and the RAGE signaling pathway. By interacting with RAGE and possibly other receptors it impacts cellular responses associated with stress injury and microbial infection. This interaction connects S100A12 to other proteins in the same pathways such as NF-kB an important transcription factor involved in inflammation and immune responses.
S100A12 has connections with conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and inflammatory bowel disease. Elevated levels of S100A12 often correlate with disease activity and severity suggesting its potential as a biomarker. In rheumatoid arthritis it contributes to the inflammatory environment while in inflammatory bowel disease it associates not only with inflammation but also with proteins like IL-6 and TNF-alpha which are significant cytokines in the pathogenesis of these diseases.