FSCN1 Antibody

Fascin Actin-Bundling Protein 1, Mouse Anti Human

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Cat. No.
BT18463
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Sterile filtered colorless solution.

FUBP1 Antibody

Far Upstream Element Binding Protein, Mouse Anti Human

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Cat. No.
BT18539
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Sterile filtered colorless solution.

GAS7 Antibody

Growth Arrest-Specific 7 Isoform b, Mouse Anti Human

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Cat. No.
BT18614
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GFP Antibody

Green Fluorescent Protein, Mouse Antibody

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Cat. No.
BT18662
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Sterile filtered colorless solution.

GIPC2 Antibody

GIPC PDZ Domain Member 2, Mouse Anti Human

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Cat. No.
BT18730
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GMNN Antibody

Geminin, Mouse Anti Human

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Cat. No.
BT18820
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Gonorrhea Antibody

Neisseria Gonorrhea, Mouse Antibody

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Cat. No.
BT18884
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GPC4 Antibody

Glypican-4, Mouse Anti Human

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Cat. No.
BT18960
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Sterile filtered colorless solution.

GYPA Antibody

Glycophorin A (type M & type N), Mouse Anti Human Antibody

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Cat. No.
BT19044
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HA Monoclonal Antibody

HA Mouse Antibody

Monoclonal antibodies are produced by immunizing mouse with synthetic peptide (YPYDVPDYA) coupled to KLH.
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Cat. No.
BT19150
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Sterile filtered colorless solution.
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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