Background:

Mucins are a family of macromolecules that line and protect the respiratory epithelium from microbes and pollutants in the local environment. Of the family members that are known to date, some are produced in a cell type and tissue-specific manner, suggesting distinct biological roles for members. Some members polymerize after secretion to form gel-like substances that coat the epithelial layer . MUC16 is a member of the mucin family, which are high molecular weight, O-glycosylated proteins that play an important role in forming mucous barrier and are found on the apical surface of the epithelia. It contains an extracellular domain at its amino acid terminus, a large tandem repeat, and a transmembrane domain with a short cytoplasmic domain. MUC16 has been linked to lung cancer and ovarian cancer . It provides protective, lubricating barrier against particles and infectious agents at mucosal surfaces .

Specificity:

Recognizes endogenous levels of MUC16 protein.

Alternative names:

CA125; Mucin-16; MUC-16; Ovarian cancer-related tumor marker CA125; CA-125; Ovarian carcinoma antigen CA125

Species reactivity:

Human

Host:

Mouse

Ig type:

Mouse IgG1. Liquid in PBS containing 50% glycerol, 0.2% BSA and 0.01% sodium azide.

Immunogen:

KLH-conjugated synthetic peptide encompassing a sequence within human MUC16. The exact sequence is proprietary.

Purification & Purity:

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

Molecular weight:

~ 175 kDa

Applications:

IHC

Usage:

IHC (1/100 - 1/300)

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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