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Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal Claudin 18 antibody - conjugated to Alexa Fluor® 488. Suitable for IHC-P and reacts with Human samples.

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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Alexa Fluor® 488 Anti-Claudin 18.2 antibody [EPR19202] (AB311014), expandable thumbnail
  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Alexa Fluor® 488 Anti-Claudin 18.2 antibody [EPR19202] (AB311014), expandable thumbnail

Key facts

Isotype
IgG
Host species
Rabbit
Conjugation
Alexa Fluor® 488
Excitation/Emission
Ex: 495nm, Em: 519nm
Storage buffer

pH: 7.4
Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azide
Constituents: 68% PBS, 30% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 1% BSA

Form
Liquid
Clonality
Monoclonal

Immunogen

  • The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.

Reactivity data

Select an application
Product promiseTestedExpectedPredictedNot recommended
IHC-P
Human
Tested

Tested
Tested

Species
Human
Dilution info
1/50
Notes

-

Target data

Function

Involved in alveolar fluid homeostasis via regulation of alveolar epithelial tight junction composition and therefore ion transport and solute permeability, potentially via downstream regulation of the actin cytoskeleton organization and beta-2-adrenergic signaling (By similarity). Required for lung alveolarization and maintenance of the paracellular alveolar epithelial barrier (By similarity). Acts to maintain epithelial progenitor cell proliferation and organ size, via regulation of YAP1 localization away from the nucleus and thereby restriction of YAP1 target gene transcription (By similarity). Acts as a negative regulator of RANKL-induced osteoclast differentiation, potentially via relocation of TJP2/ZO-2 away from the nucleus, subsequently involved in bone resorption in response to calcium deficiency (By similarity). Mediates the osteoprotective effects of estrogen, potentially via acting downstream of estrogen signaling independently of RANKL signaling pathways (By similarity). Isoform A1. Involved in the maintenance of homeostasis of the alveolar microenvironment via regulation of pH and subsequent T-cell activation in the alveolar space, is therefore indirectly involved in limiting C. neoformans infection. Isoform A2. Required for the formation of the gastric paracellular barrier via its role in tight junction formation, thereby involved in the response to gastric acidification.

Alternative names

UNQ778/PRO1572, CLDN18, Claudin-18

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Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal Claudin 18 antibody - conjugated to Alexa Fluor® 488. Suitable for IHC-P and reacts with Human samples.

Key facts

Isotype
IgG
Conjugation
Alexa Fluor® 488
Excitation/Emission
Ex: 495nm, Em: 519nm
Form
Liquid
Clonality
Monoclonal
Immunogen
  • The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.
Clone number
EPR19202
Purification technique
Affinity purification Protein A
Concentration
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Storage

Shipped at conditions
Blue Ice
Appropriate short-term storage duration
1-2 weeks
Appropriate short-term storage conditions
+4°C
Appropriate long-term storage conditions
-20°C
Aliquoting information
Upon delivery aliquot
Storage information
Avoid freeze / thaw cycle, Store in the dark

Notes

This product is a recombinant monoclonal antibody, which offers several advantages including:

  • - High batch-to-batch consistency and reproducibility
  • - Improved sensitivity and specificity
  • - Long-term security of supply
  • - Animal-free batch production

For more information, read more on recombinant antibodies.

Our RabMAb® technology is a patented hybridoma-based technology for making rabbit monoclonal antibodies. For details on our patents, please refer to RabMAb® patents.

This conjugated primary antibody is released using a quantitative quality control method that evaluates binding affinity post-conjugation and efficiency of antibody labeling.
For suitable applications and species reactivity, please refer to the unconjugated version of this clone. This conjugated antibody is eligible for the Abcam trial program.

Supplementary info

This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
Activity summary

Claudin 18.2 also known as claudin 18 CLDN18 or claudin-18.2 is a tight junction protein with a molecular mass of approximately 27 kDa. It is primarily expressed in gastric epithelial cells and certain lung tissues. Claudin 18.2 is part of the claudin family which plays a critical role in forming tight junctions to regulate paracellular transport and maintain cellular polarity. This isoform specifically expressed in the stomach is encoded by the CLDN18 gene located on chromosome 3. Researchers often use techniques like Immunohistochemistry (IHC) referred to as claudin 18.2 IHC or cldn18 IHC to study its expression and localization.

Biological function summary

Claudin 18.2 functions within tight junction complexes creating a barrier and controlling the movement of ions and molecules between cells. It is vital for the integrity and function of epithelial cell barriers in the stomach. The protein interacts with other claudins and cytoplasmic proteins to form these tight junctions essential for maintaining tissue organization and permeability. Its unique expression pattern makes it a significant marker for gastric tissue and a potential target for therapeutics.

Pathways

Claudin 18.2 is involved in cellular pathways related to adhesion and barrier function. It plays a role in the tight junction pathway critical for epithelial barrier integrity. This pathway involves interactions with other claudin proteins and ZO-1 which is a cytoplasmic plaque protein that links claudins to the actin cytoskeleton reinforcing cellular structure. Another pathway where claudin 18.2 is important is the gastro-intestinal epithelium maintenance pathway which is fundamental for protecting gastric tissues.

Associated diseases and disorders

Claudin 18.2 is a notable target in cancers especially gastric cancer. Its specific expression in gastric tissues makes it an attractive target for cancer immunotherapy as aberrant expression could indicate gastric cancer onset. Another disorder related to claudin 18.2 is asthma particularly where lung epithelial cells express this protein. Studies have identified links between claudin 18.2 and increased permeability in lung tissues implicating it in asthmatic pathophysiology. Its association with these conditions highlights the potential for claudin 18.2 as a diagnostic or therapeutic target in oncology and respiratory diseases.

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2 product images

  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Alexa Fluor® 488 Anti-Claudin 18.2 antibody [EPR19202] (ab311014), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Alexa Fluor® 488 Anti-Claudin 18.2 antibody [EPR19202] (ab311014)

    Immunofluorescence staining of Claudin 18.2 staining in a section of formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded human stomach normal*.

    Performed on a Leica BOND. The section was pre-treated using heat mediated antigen retrieval with EDTA (pH9.0) using retrieval settings of 110°C for 40 minutes. The section was then incubated at room temperature for 1 hour with ab311014 at 1/50 dilution (shown in green). Nuclear DNA was labelled with DAPI (shown in blue). The section was then mounted using Dako Fluorescence Mounting Medium®.

    Image was taken with a confocal microscope (Leica-Microsystems, TCS SP8).

    For other IHC staining systems (automated and non-automated), customers should optimize variable parameters such as antigen retrieval conditions, antibody concentrations and incubation times.

    *Tissue obtained from the Human Research Tissue Bank, supported by the NIHR Cambridge Biomedical Research Centre.

  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Alexa Fluor® 488 Anti-Claudin 18.2 antibody [EPR19202] (ab311014), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Alexa Fluor® 488 Anti-Claudin 18.2 antibody [EPR19202] (ab311014)

    Immunofluorescence staining of Claudin 18.2 staining in a section of formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded human stomach normal*.

    Performed on a Leica BOND. The section was pre-treated using heat mediated antigen retrieval with EDTA (pH9.0) using retrieval settings of 110°C for 40 minutes. The section was then incubated at room temperature for 1 hour with ab311014 at 1/50 dilution (shown in green). Nuclear DNA was labelled with DAPI (shown in blue). The section was then mounted using Dako Fluorescence Mounting Medium®.

    Image was taken with a confocal microscope (Leica-Microsystems, TCS SP8).

    For other IHC staining systems (automated and non-automated), customers should optimize variable parameters such as antigen retrieval conditions, antibody concentrations and incubation times.

    *Tissue obtained from the Human Research Tissue Bank, supported by the NIHR Cambridge Biomedical Research Centre.

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