Human ALCAM Antibody Pair - BSA and Azide free (CD166) is a kit containing recombinant capture and detector antibodies in a carrier-free formulation for the measurement of Human ALCAM (CD166).
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Key facts
- Assay type
- ELISA set
- Reactive species
- Human
- Range
- 0.1875 - 12 ng/mL
Reactivity data
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Function
Cell adhesion molecule that mediates both heterotypic cell-cell contacts via its interaction with CD6, as well as homotypic cell-cell contacts (PubMed:15048703, PubMed:15496415, PubMed:16352806, PubMed:23169771, PubMed:24945728, PubMed:7760007). Promotes T-cell activation and proliferation via its interactions with CD6 (PubMed:15048703, PubMed:16352806, PubMed:24945728). Contributes to the formation and maturation of the immunological synapse via its interactions with CD6 (PubMed:15294938, PubMed:16352806). Mediates homotypic interactions with cells that express ALCAM (PubMed:15496415, PubMed:16352806). Acts as a ligand for the LILRB4 receptor, enhancing LILRB4-mediated inhibition of T cell proliferation (PubMed:29263213). Required for normal hematopoietic stem cell engraftment in the bone marrow (PubMed:24740813). Mediates attachment of dendritic cells onto endothelial cells via homotypic interaction (PubMed:23169771). Inhibits endothelial cell migration and promotes endothelial tube formation via homotypic interactions (PubMed:15496415, PubMed:23169771). Required for normal organization of the lymph vessel network. Required for normal hematopoietic stem cell engraftment in the bone marrow. Plays a role in hematopoiesis; required for normal numbers of hematopoietic stem cells in bone marrow. Promotes in vitro osteoblast proliferation and differentiation (By similarity). Promotes neurite extension, axon growth and axon guidance; axons grow preferentially on surfaces that contain ALCAM. Mediates outgrowth and pathfinding for retinal ganglion cell axons (By similarity). Isoform 3. Inhibits activities of membrane-bound isoforms by competing for the same interaction partners. Inhibits cell attachment via homotypic interactions. Promotes endothelial cell migration. Inhibits endothelial cell tube formation.
Alternative names
CD166, MEMD, ALCAM, CD166 antigen, Activated leukocyte cell adhesion molecule
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Human ALCAM Antibody Pair - BSA and Azide free (CD166) is a kit containing recombinant capture and detector antibodies in a carrier-free formulation for the measurement of Human ALCAM (CD166).
Key facts
- Assay type
- ELISA set
- Reactive species
- Human
- Range
- 0.1875 - 12 ng/mL
- Assay Platform
- Reagents
Storage
- Shipped at conditions
- Blue Ice
- Appropriate short-term storage conditions
- +4°C
- Appropriate long-term storage conditions
- +4°C
- Storage information
- +4°C
Notes
The Antibody Pair can be used to quantify Human ALCAM (CD166). BSA and Azide free antibody pairs include unconjugated capture and detector antibodies suitable for sandwich ELISAs. The antibodies are provided at an approximate concentration of 1 mg/ml as measured by the protein A280 method. The recommended antibody orientation is based on internal optimization for ELISA-based assays. Antibody orientation is assay dependent and needs to be optimized for each assay type. Both capture and detector antibodies are rabbit monoclonal antibodies delivering consistent, specific, and sensitive results.
For additional information on the performance of the antibody pair, see the equivalent SimpleStep ELISA® Kit (Human ALCAM ELISA Kit (CD166) ab270205), which uses the same antibodies. However, due to differences in their formulation, this antibody pair cannot be used with the consumables provided with our SimpleStep ELISA Kits. Please note that the range provided for the pairs is only an estimation based on the performance of the related product using the same antibody pair. Performance of the antibody pair will depend on the specific characteristics of your assay. We guarantee the product works in sandwich ELISA, but we do not guarantee the sensitivity or dynamic range of the antibody pair in your assay.
Our RabMAb® technology is a patented hybridoma-based technology for making rabbit monoclonal antibodies. For details on our patents, please refer to RabMAb® patents.
Use our conjugation kits for antibody conjugates that are ready-to-use in as little as 20 minutes with <1 minute hands-on-time and 100% antibody recovery: available for fluorescent dyes, HRP, biotin and gold.
The pair can be used in variety of assays and platforms including but not limited to:
- Sandwich ELISA
- FRET/TR-FRET/HTRF
- Meso Scale Discovery® (MSD®)
- Bead-based assays
- AlphaLISA®/AlphaScreen®
- DELFIA® immunoassays
- Simoa® and Single Molecule Counting (SMC™) immunoassays
- Multiplex
Our antibody pairs are supplied in a carrier-free format that is conjugation-ready:
- Buffer free of BSA, sodium azide, and glycerol for higher conjugation efficiency.
- Concentration of ~1 mg/ml as measured by the protein A280 method.
We can label antibodies for you: get in touch today to discuss how we can help accelerate your assay development with custom conjugation services.
Pairs are screened in biological samples, including plasma and serum, to ensure specificity in complex samples.
Please note:
The recommended antibody orientation is based on internal optimization in sandwich ELISA. Antibody orientation is assay dependent and needs to be optimized for each assay type.
The range provided for this antibody pair is based on initial sandwich ELISA validation data using recombinant protein. Performance and range of the antibody pair will depend on the specific characteristics of your assay, including standard protein selection.
We guarantee the product works in sandwich ELISA, but we do not guarantee the sensitivity or dynamic range of the antibodies in other assays.
Antibody properties:
Capture antibody: recombinant rabbit monoclonal (unconjugated) – 100 µg
Detector antibody: recombinant rabbit monoclonal (unconjugated) - 100 µg
Concentration: ~1 mg/ml
Storage buffer: 100% PBS
Form: Liquid
Isotype: IgG
Recombinant monoclonal antibodies offer several advantages including:
- High batch-to-batch consistency and reproducibility
- Improved sensitivity and specificity
- Long-term security of supply
- Animal-free production
Meso Scale Discovery and MSD are registered trademarks of Meso Scale Diagnostics, LLC.
AlphaLISA, AlphaScreen, and DELFIA are registered trademarks of PerkinElmer, Inc.
Simoa is a registered trademark of Quanterix, Inc.
SMC is a registered trademark of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany.
Supplementary info
- This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
- Activity summary
ALCAM also known as Activated Leukocyte Cell Adhesion Molecule is a protein with a molecular weight of roughly 65-105 kDa due to post-translational modifications. ALCAM expresses in various tissues including the nervous system immune system and endothelial cells. It functions as a cell adhesion molecule and facilitates cell-cell interactions by binding to its ligands like itself and CD6. This interaction plays an important role for maintaining tissue architecture and cell migration.
- Biological function summary
The interactions that ALCAM supports are important for processes such as synapse formation and stabilization in the nervous system. ALCAM does not act alone; it participates in complexes with other cell adhesion molecules enhancing signals for tissue development and repair. ALCAM's expression patterns reveal its involvement in leukocyte trafficking and immune responses indicating its importance in maintaining physiological homeostasis.
- Pathways
ALCAM plays roles in pathways like the MAPK and PI3K/Akt signaling pathways which are important for cell survival and proliferation. Through these ALCAM interacts with proteins such as ERK1/2 and AKT. These pathways influence cellular responses to external stimuli highlighting the protein's role in growth and differentiation processes. ALCAM's participation in these pathways links it with cellular responses to stress and growth signals.
- Associated diseases and disorders
ALCAM shows associations with cancer metastasis and autoimmune diseases. In cancer changes in ALCAM expression affect tumor progression and metastasis possibly involving interactions with other adhesion molecules and integrins. In autoimmune disorders like multiple sclerosis ALCAM may influence disease progression through interactions with lymphocyte markers. Understanding these connections helps in developing potential therapeutic strategies to modulate ALCAM's function in pathological states.
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Sandwich ELISA - Human ALCAM Antibody Pair - BSA and Azide free (CD166) (ab253305)
Representative standard curve from corresponding SimpleStep ELISA® Kit (Human ALCAM ELISA Kit (CD166) ab270205), which uses the same antibody pair. For additional information on the performance of pair and kit, refer to the corresponding kit datasheet. Due to differences in the formulation and format of the antibodies in this pair, they cannot be used as substitutes for the antibody components in our SimpleStep ELISA® Kits.
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