MHC Class I, H-2K Antibody, FITC

MHC Class I, (H-2K) Mouse Antibody, FITC

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Cat. No.
BT25231
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MHC Class II Antibody

MHC Class II, Mouse Anti-Human

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Cat. No.
BT25331
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CTBP1 Antibody

C-Terminal Binding Protein 1, Monoclonal Mouse Anti Human Antibody

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Cat. No.
BT16103
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DACT3 Antibody

Dapper homolog 3, Mouse Anti Human

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Cat. No.
BT16186
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DKK3 Antibody

Mouse Anti Human Dickkopf-Related Protein 3

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Cat. No.
BT16252
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Sterile filtered colorless solution.

DNAL1 Antibody

Dynein Axonemal Light Chain 1, Mouse Anti Human

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Cat. No.
BT16320
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Sterile filtered colorless solution.

DYNLL1 Antibody

Dynein Light Chain LC8 Type-1, Mouse Anti Human

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Cat. No.
BT16396
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Sterile filtered colorless solution.

EDAR Antibody

Ectodysplasin A Receptor, Mouse Anti Human

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Cat. No.
BT16465
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Sterile filtered colorless solution.

EEF1A1 Antibody

Eukaryotic Translation Elongation Factor 1 Alpha 1, Mouse Anti Human

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Cat. No.
BT16546
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Sterile filtered colorless solution.

EIF2S1 Antibody

Eukaryotic Translation Initiation Factor 2 Subunit 1 Alpha, Mouse Anti Human

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Cat. No.
BT16613
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Definition and Classification

Monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) are laboratory-produced molecules engineered to serve as substitute antibodies that can restore, enhance, or mimic the immune system’s attack on cells . They are produced by identical immune cells that are all clones of a unique parent cell . Monoclonal antibodies can be classified based on their source and structure:

  • Murine mAbs: Derived from mouse cells.
  • Chimeric mAbs: Contain both human and mouse components.
  • Humanized mAbs: Mostly human, with only small mouse-derived components.
  • Human mAbs: Fully human antibodies .
Biological Properties

Monoclonal antibodies exhibit several key biological properties:

  • Protein Sequence: Identical protein sequences and antigen-binding sites .
  • Expression Patterns: Produced by B lymphocytes and expressed in hybridoma cells .
  • Tissue Distribution: Can be designed to target specific tissues or cells, such as cancer cells .
Biological Functions

Monoclonal antibodies play crucial roles in the immune system:

  • Pathogen Recognition: Bind to specific antigens on pathogens, marking them for destruction .
  • Immune Response: Enhance the immune system’s ability to fight infections and diseases .
  • Therapeutic Functions: Used in treating various diseases, including cancer, autoimmune disorders, and infectious diseases .
Modes of Action

Monoclonal antibodies interact with other molecules and cells through various mechanisms:

  • Binding Partners: Bind to specific antigens on target cells .
  • Downstream Signaling Cascades: Trigger immune responses by activating immune cells and complement systems .
  • Effector Functions: Engage Fc receptors on immune cells, leading to cell-mediated cytotoxicity .
Regulatory Mechanisms

The expression and activity of monoclonal antibodies are tightly regulated:

  • Transcriptional Regulation: Controlled by specific transcription factors that regulate the expression of antibody genes .
  • Post-Translational Modifications: Undergo modifications such as glycosylation, which can affect their stability and function .
Applications

Monoclonal antibodies have a wide range of applications in biomedical research and medicine:

  • Diagnostic Tools: Used in assays to detect specific antigens in samples .
  • Therapeutic Strategies: Employed in the treatment of cancers, autoimmune diseases, and infectious diseases .
  • Biomedical Research: Serve as tools to study cellular processes and disease mechanisms .
Role in the Life Cycle

Monoclonal antibodies play roles throughout the life cycle:

  • Development: Used in prenatal diagnostics and treatments .
  • Aging: Help manage age-related diseases such as cancer and Alzheimer’s .
  • Disease: Provide targeted therapies for various diseases, improving patient outcomes .
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