TIM-4 Antibody (3A1) - Chimeric - Azide and BSA Free

Immunocytochemistry/Immunofluorescence: TIM-4 Antibody (3A1) - Chimeric [NBP3-11990] - Immunofluorescence analysis of paraformaldehyde fixed RAW 264.7 cells stained with the chimeric rabbit IgG version of 3A1 (NBP3-11990) at 10 ug/ml followed by Alexa Fluor(R) 488 secondary antibody (2 ug/ml), showing cytoplasmic staining. The nuclear stain is DAPI (blue). Panels show from left-right, top-bottom NBP3-11990, DAPI, merged channels and an isotype control. The isotype control was stained with anti-Fluorescein antibody (NBP2-52638) followed by Alexa Fluor(R) 488 secondary antibody.

• Reactivity: Mu
• Applications: WB, ELISA, Flow, ICC/IF, IHC, B/N
• Clone: 3A1
• Clonality: Monoclonal
• Host: Rabbit
• Conjugate: Unconjugated
• Format: Azide and BSA Free
• Concentration: 1 mg/ml

TIM-4 Antibody (3A1) - Chimeric - Azide and BSA Free Summary

• Description: Novus Biologicals Rabbit TIM-4 Antibody (3A1) - Chimeric - Azide and BSA Free (NBP3-11990) is a recombinant monoclonal antibody validated for use in IHC, WB, ELISA, Flow and ICC/IF. All Novus Biologicals antibodies are covered by our 100% guarantee.
• Additional Information: Recombinant Monoclonal Antibody
• Immunogen: This antibody was raised by immunising female Lewis rats (Harlan Sprague-Dawley) with TIM-4:Ig fusion protein in complete Freund's adjuvant.
• Specificity: This antibody is specific for murine TIM-4, which unlike other TIM family members, is not expressed on T lymphocytes but rather found on antigen presenting cells such as lymphoid and myeloid DC's and macrophages. TIM-4 has been shown to interact with TIM-1 thereby suggesting a role of TIM-4 in the balance of Th1/Th2 regulation. Additionally TIM-4 has been shown to be a receptor for phosphatidylserine and may play a role in engulfment of apoptotic cells.
• Isotype: IgG Kappa
• Clonality: Monoclonal
• Host: Rabbit
• Gene: TIMD4
• Purity: Protein A purified

Applications/Dilutions

• Dilutions:
  • Block/Neutralize
  • ELISA
  • Flow Cytometry
  • Immunocytochemistry/ Immunofluorescence
  • Immunohistochemistry
  • Western Blot
• Application Notes: This chimeric rabbit antibody was made using the variable domain sequences of the original Rat IgG1 format, for improved compatibility with existing reagents, assays and techniques.

Packaging, Storage & Formulations

• Storage: Store at 4C for up to 3 months. For longer storage, aliquot and store at -20C.
• Buffer: PBS
• Preservative: 0.02% Proclin 300
• Concentration: 1 mg/ml
• Purity: Protein A purified

Alternate Names for TIM-4 Antibody (3A1) - Chimeric - Azide and BSA Free

• FLJ27515
• Smuckler
• T-cell immunoglobulin and mucin domain containing 4
• T-cell immunoglobulin and mucin domain-containing protein 4
• T-cell membrane protein 4
• TIM4
• TIM-4
• TIMD4
• TIMD-4

Background

The T cell immunoglobulin and mucin domain containing protein (TIM) family encodes cell surface receptors that are involved in the regulation of T helper (Th) -1 and -2 cell-mediated immunity. Studies have shown that TIM 4, which is preferentially expressed on macrophages and dendritic cells, is the natural ligand of TIM 1, and that this binding leads to T-cell expansion and cytokine production. Unlike other members of the TIM family, TIM 4 lacks a putative tyrosine phosphorylation signal sequence in its intracellular domain (Kuchroo et al, 2003). The TIM 4 gene maps to a locus associated with predisposition to asthma in both mice and humans and with its connection to TIM 1-triggered Th2 responsiveness, may be considered as a candidate disease/predisposition gene for asthma

Limitations

This product is for research use only and is not approved for use in humans or in clinical diagnosis. Primary Antibodies are guaranteed for 1 year from date of receipt.

Bioinformatics

• Gene Symbol: TIMD4