Background:

Complement receptor type 2 (CD21/CR2) is a type 1 transmembrane glycoprotein whose expression is largely restricted to B lymphocytes and follicular dendritic cells. Research studies have shown that CD21/CR2 functions to bind the complement fragments iC3b, C3dg, and C3d, which function to activate the alternative complement pathway and MAC formation. In addition to its function as a complement receptor, CD21/CR2 also functions as the B lymphocyte receptor for Epstein-Barr virus and interferon alpha. Research studies have also shown that CD21/CR2 participates in B cell activation, proliferation, and protection from apoptosis through its association with components of the B cell coreceptor signaling complex such as CD19 and CD21.

Specificity:

Recognizes human CD21

Alternative names:

C3DR; Complement receptor type 2; Cr2; Complement C3d receptor; Epstein-Barr virus receptor; EBV receptor; CD antigen CD21

Species reactivity:

Human

Host:

Mouse

Ig type:

Mouse IgG1. Liquid in PBS, pH 7.3, and 0.02% sodium azide.

Immunogen:

Native purified human CD21.

Purification & Purity:

The monoclonal antibody was affinity-purified from mouse antiserum by affinity-chromatography using epitope-specific immunogen and the purity is > 95% (by SDS-PAGE).

Molecular weight:

~ 112 kDa

Applications:

IF, FC

Usage:

IF (1/50 - 1/200)

Storage:

Store at 4°C short term. Aliquot and store at -20°C long term. Avoid freeze-thaw cycles.

Precautions:

For research use only, not for use in diagnostic procedure.

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