{"product_id":"abcam-ab40855","title":"Abcam, ab40855, Anti-Smad2 antibody [EP784Y]","description":"\u003cp\u003eSize: 20µL \/ 100µL \/ 1mL\u003cbr\u003e\nAnti-Smad2 antibody [EP784Y] (ab40855) is a rabbit monoclonal antibody detecting Smad2 in  Western Blot, Flow Cytometry (Intra), Flow Cytometry, IP, IHC-P, ICC\/IF . Suitable for  Human, Rat . - KO validated for confirmed specificity - Biophysical QC for unrivalled batch-batch consistency - Over 100 publications - Trusted since 2006\u003cbr\u003e\nKey facts\u003cbr\u003e\nHost species:Rabbit,\u003cbr\u003e\nClonality:Monoclonal,\u003cbr\u003e\nClone number:EP784Y,\u003cbr\u003e\nIsotype:IgG,\u003cbr\u003e\nCarrier free:No,\u003cbr\u003e\nReacts with:Rat, Human,\u003cbr\u003e\nApplications:ICC\/IF, WB, IHC-P, Flow Cyt (Intra), IP, ChIC\/CUT\u0026amp;RUN-seqSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,\u003cbr\u003e\nImmunogen:The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.,\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecificity:This antibody is specific for MH 1 domain of Smad2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProduct details:\u003cbr\u003e\nWhat is this antibody validated in?\u003cbr\u003e\nAnti-Smad2 antibody [EP784Y] (ab40855) is a rabbit recombinant monoclonal antibody and is validated for use in Western Blot (WB), Flow Cytometry (Intra), Flow Cytometry (Flow Cyt), Immunoprecipitation (IP), Immunohistochemistry (IHC-P), Immunocytochemistry\/immunofluorescence (ICC\/IF) in Human, Rat samples.\u003cbr\u003e\nWhat is the molecular weight of Smad2?\u003cbr\u003e\nAnti-Smad2 [EP784Y] (ab40855) specifically detects a band for Smad2 (UniProt: Q15796) at a molecular weight of 58kDa.\u003cbr\u003e\nTrusted by the scientific community\u003cbr\u003e\nAnti-Smad2 [EP784Y] (ab40855) was first used in a scientific publication in 2006 and has been cited over 100 times in peer-reviewed journals.\u003cbr\u003e\nTrial sizes available!\u003cbr\u003e\nTest your antibody or perform pre-screening before committing to a larger quantity. Sold in 10µl.\u003cbr\u003e\nDiscover our selection of trial-size antibodies\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecificity confirmed\u003cbr\u003e\nThe specificity of Anti-Smad2 antibody [EP784Y] (ab40855) has been confirmed by Western blot testing in SMAD2 Knockout HeLa cells.\u003cbr\u003e\nOther related products\u003cbr\u003e\nWe have a range of other formats of antibody clone [EP784Y] also available for your convenience: ab40855, Carrier free -\u003cbr\u003e\nab157371\u003cbr\u003e\n, PE -\u003cbr\u003e\nab212096\u003cbr\u003e\n, Alexa Fluor® 488 -\u003cbr\u003e\nab215913\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecies reactivity\u003cbr\u003e\nMouse: We have preliminary internal testing data to indicate this antibody may not react with this species.\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease\u003cbr\u003e\ncontact us\u003cbr\u003e\nfor more information.\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\nWhat are the advantages of a recombinant monoclonal antibody?\u003cbr\u003e\nThis product is a recombinant monoclonal antibody, which offers 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 batch production\u003cbr\u003e\nFor more information, read more on\u003cbr\u003e\nrecombinant antibodies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProperties and Storage Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nForm-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A, Storage buffer-pH: 7.2 - 7.4Preservative: 0.01% Sodium azideConstituents: PBS, 40% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 0.05% BSA, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, 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\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupplementary Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nThis supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.\u003cbr\u003e\nSmad2 also known as Mothers against decapentaplegic homolog 2 (MAD2) or MADR2 is a signaling protein involved in the transforming growth factor-beta (TGF-Β) receptor pathway. Smad2 has a molecular mass of approximately 58 kDa and expresses in various tissues including epithelial mesenchymal and endothelial cells. Smad2 undergoes phosphorylation on serine residues in response to TGF-Β signaling converting it into phosphorylated forms often referred to as p-Smad2 or phospho-Smad2. These phosphorylated forms are critical for the relay of signals from the cell surface to the nucleus.\u003cbr\u003e\nBiological function summary\u003cbr\u003e\nSmad2 acts as an intracellular mediator for TGF-Β signaling a pathway important for regulating cell proliferation differentiation and apoptosis. Smad2 typically functions as part of a heteromeric complex with Smad4 another key player in TGF-Β signaling. Upon activation phosphorylated Smad2 combines with Smad4 to form a complex that translocates into the nucleus. This complex then binds to specific DNA sequences to regulate the transcription of target genes involved in processes such as cell growth inhibition and extracellular matrix production.\u003cbr\u003e\nPathways\u003cbr\u003e\nSmad2 is integral to the TGF-Β and activin receptor signaling pathways. These pathways are essential in controlling cell growth and immune responses. Smad2 interacts with other proteins such as Smad3 in addition to Smad4 to modulate gene expression effectively. The interaction between Smad2 and these proteins ensures precise control of cellular responses to external stimuli emphasizing its pivotal role in maintaining cellular homeostasis.\u003cbr\u003e\nSmad2 correlates with various pathological conditions including fibrosis and cancer. Aberrant Smad2 signaling can contribute to the development of these diseases as excessive TGF-Β signaling promotes fibrotic tissue deposition and tumor progression. Smad2 connects with other proteins like Smad3 in these pathological contexts both acting as mediators of abnormal cellular behaviors. Understanding the regulatory mechanisms of Smad2 can help develop therapeutic strategies against disorders linked to dysregulated TGF-Β signaling.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Abcam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46844030484649,"sku":"ab40855","price":0.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/iright.com\/products\/abcam-ab40855","provider":"Iright","version":"1.0","type":"link"}