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Mouse Monoclonal EPCAM antibody - conjugated to Biotin. Suitable for IHC-P and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 6 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Cell preparation containing EPCAM protein.

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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Biotin Anti-EpCAM antibody [VU-1D9] (AB79079), expandable thumbnail

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Key facts

Isotype
IgG1
Host species
Mouse
Conjugation
Biotin
Storage buffer

pH: 7.2 - 7.4
Preservative: 0.05% Sodium azide
Constituents: 0.41% PBS, 0.05% BSA

Form
Liquid
Clonality
Monoclonal

Immunogen

  • Cell preparation containing EPCAM protein. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information. Database link P16422

Reactivity data

Select an application
Product promiseTestedExpectedPredictedNot recommended
IHC-P
Human
Tested
Rat
Not recommended
Ferret
Not recommended

Tested
Tested

Species
Human
Dilution info
1.00000-2.00000 µg/mL
Notes

Incubate for 30 min at RT. Staining of formalin/paraffin tissues requires digestion of tissue sections with pepsin at 1mg/ml Tris-HCl, pH 2.0 for 15 min at RT or 10 min at 37°C.

Perform enzymatic antigen retrieval before commencing with IHC staining protocol.

Not recommended
Not recommended

Species
Rat
Dilution info
-
Notes

Incubate for 30 min at RT. Staining of formalin/paraffin tissues requires digestion of tissue sections with pepsin at 1mg/ml Tris-HCl, pH 2.0 for 15 min at RT or 10 min at 37°C.

Perform enzymatic antigen retrieval before commencing with IHC staining protocol.

Species
Ferret
Dilution info
-
Notes

Incubate for 30 min at RT. Staining of formalin/paraffin tissues requires digestion of tissue sections with pepsin at 1mg/ml Tris-HCl, pH 2.0 for 15 min at RT or 10 min at 37°C.

Perform enzymatic antigen retrieval before commencing with IHC staining protocol.

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Target data

Function

May act as a physical homophilic interaction molecule between intestinal epithelial cells (IECs) and intraepithelial lymphocytes (IELs) at the mucosal epithelium for providing immunological barrier as a first line of defense against mucosal infection. Plays a role in embryonic stem cells proliferation and differentiation. Up-regulates the expression of FABP5, MYC and cyclins A and E.

Alternative names

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Mouse Monoclonal EPCAM antibody - conjugated to Biotin. Suitable for IHC-P and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 6 publications. Immunogen corresponding to Cell preparation containing EPCAM protein.

Key facts

Isotype
IgG1
Conjugation
Biotin
Form
Liquid
Clonality
Monoclonal
Immunogen
  • Cell preparation containing EPCAM protein. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information. Database link P16422
Clone number
VU-1D9
Purification technique
Affinity purification Protein A/G
Specificity

We have data to indicate that this antibody may not cross react with Rat or ferret. However, this has not been conclusively tested and expression levels may vary in certain cell lines/tissues.

ab79079 is a 40-43kDa transmembrane epithelial glycoprotein, also identified as epithelial specific antigen (ESA), or epithelial cellular adhesion molecule (Ep-CAM). It is expressed on baso-lateral cell surface in most simple epithelia and a vast majority of carcinomas. This antibody has been used to distinguish adenocarcinoma from pleural mesothelioma and hepatocellular carcinoma. This antibody is also useful in distinguishing serous carcinomas of the ovary from mesothelioma.

Light chain type
kappa
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
Storage information
Avoid freeze / thaw cycle

Notes

This product was changed from ascites to tissue culture supernatant on 29th September 2017 and product received after this date will be from tissue culture supernatant.

Supplementary info

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

EpCAM also known as epithelial cell adhesion molecule is a transmembrane glycoprotein with a molecular weight of around 40 kDa. Alternative names include CD326 and TACSTD1. This protein is expressed on the surface of most epithelial cells and plays a role in cell adhesion. It is involved in maintaining the integrity of epithelial tissues by mediating homotypic cell-cell interactions which are important for the structure and function of tissues.

Biological function summary

EpCAM facilitates signaling pathways that impact cellular processes like proliferation and differentiation. It is not a part of a larger protein complex but interacts directly with other cellular machinery to transmit intracellular signals. EpCAM influences stem cell behavior and is important in tissue homeostasis assisting in both normal regenerative processes and wound healing.

Pathways

EpCAM participates in regulatory mechanisms involving the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway which affects gene expression and cell fate decisions. Through its action EpCAM modulates components like E-cadherin which is important for cell adhesion and the maintenance of the epithelial layer. It indirectly influences pathways relating to MYC a transcription factor that regulates cell cycle progression and apoptosis.

Associated diseases and disorders

EpCAM is associated with various types of cancer including colorectal and breast cancer. Its overexpression often correlates with aggressive cancer phenotypes and poor prognosis. Besides cancers EpCAM mutations can lead to congenital tufting enteropathy a rare condition affecting intestinal epithelial structure and function. Aberrant EpCAM expression affects β-catenin levels impacting cellular pathways linked to tumor progression and epithelial integrity.

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  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Biotin Anti-EpCAM antibody [VU-1D9] (ab79079), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Biotin Anti-EpCAM antibody [VU-1D9] (ab79079)

    ab79079 at 1-2 μg/mL staining EpCAM in human colon carcinoma by Immunohistochemistry, Formalin-fixed, Paraffin-embedded tissue using peroxidase-conjugate and DAB chromogen. Note cell membrane staining of tumor cells.

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