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Mouse Monoclonal C3 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for WB, ELISA and reacts with Human samples.

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Western blot - Anti-C3b / iC3b antibody [1H8] - BSA and Azide free (AB234631), expandable thumbnail

Key facts

Isotype

IgG2

Host species

Mouse

Storage buffer

Constituents: PBS

Form

Liquid

Clonality

Monoclonal

Immunogen

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

Reactivity data

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Species

Human

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Human

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Function

C3 plays a central role in the activation of the complement system. Its processing by C3 convertase is the central reaction in both classical and alternative complement pathways. After activation C3b can bind covalently, via its reactive thioester, to cell surface carbohydrates or immune aggregates.Derived from proteolytic degradation of complement C3, C3a anaphylatoxin is a mediator of local inflammatory process. In chronic inflammation, acts as a chemoattractant for neutrophils (By similarity). It induces the contraction of smooth muscle, increases vascular permeability and causes histamine release from mast cells and basophilic leukocytes.C3-beta-cActs as a chemoattractant for neutrophils in chronic inflammation.Acylation stimulating proteinAdipogenic hormone that stimulates triglyceride (TG) synthesis and glucose transport in adipocytes, regulating fat storage and playing a role in postprandial TG clearance. Appears to stimulate TG synthesis via activation of the PLC, MAPK and AKT signaling pathways. Ligand for C5AR2. Promotes the phosphorylation, ARRB2-mediated internalization and recycling of C5AR2 (PubMed:10432298, PubMed:15833747, PubMed:16333141, PubMed:19615750, PubMed:2909530, PubMed:8376604, PubMed:9059512).

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Mouse Monoclonal C3 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for WB, ELISA and reacts with Human samples.

Key facts

Isotype

IgG2

Form

Liquid

Clonality

Monoclonal

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

Yes

Clone number

1H8

Purification technique

Affinity purification Protein G

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

+4°C

Aliquoting information

Upon delivery aliquot

Storage information

Avoid freeze / thaw cycle

Notes

ab234631 is the carrier-free version of Anti-C3b / iC3b antibody [1H8] ab231080.

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Our carrier-free antibodies are typically supplied in a PBS-only formulation, purified and free of BSA, sodium azide and glycerol. The carrier-free buffer and high concentration allow for increased conjugation efficiency.

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Supplementary info

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

Activity summary

C3b protein also known as complement component 3b plays a significant role in the immune system aiding in the clearance of pathogens. It is a large glycoprotein with a mass of approximately 180 kDa. C3b is expressed mainly in the liver and released into the bloodstream as part of the complement system. Upon activation from its precursor C3 it becomes involved in opsonization enhancing the phagocytosis of pathogens by marking them for destruction by immune cells.

Biological function summary

C3b acts as a critical mediator in the immune system by forming complexes with other complement proteins. It is part of the alternative and classical pathways of the complement system. C3b can also convert itself into iC3b after cleavage by factor I and iC3b continues to facilitate phagocytosis but with reduced ability to promote further complement activation. This conversion ensures homeostasis and regulation preventing overactivation of the immune system.

Pathways

C3b participates in both the classical and alternative pathways of the complement system. It associates with proteins such as factor B and factor D to form the C3bBb complex in the alternative pathway acting as a C3 convertase that amplifies response. In the classical pathway C3b enhances the activity of C5 convertase facilitating the formation of the membrane attack complex. These pathways are vital in maintaining immune surveillance and response to infections.

Associated diseases and disorders

Dysfunction or dysregulation of C3b activity links to autoimmune diseases and infectious diseases. For example atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome (aHUS) involves uncontrolled complement activation due to mutations affecting proteins like C3b. In such conditions C3b and related proteins such as factor H become therapeutic targets to modulate the complement system's overactivation. Studying the role of C3b in these diseases provides insight into potential interventions and novel treatments to manage complement-related pathologies.

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  • Western blot - Anti-C3b / iC3b antibody [1H8] - BSA and Azide free (ab234631), expandable thumbnail

    Western blot - Anti-C3b / iC3b antibody [1H8] - BSA and Azide free (ab234631)

    This blot was produced using a 4-12% Bis-tris gel under the MOPS buffer system. The gel was run at 200V for 55 minutes before being transferred onto a Nitrocellulose membrane at 30V for 70 minutes. The membrane was then blocked for an hour using 5% milk before being incubated with Anti-C3b / iC3b antibody [1H8] ab231080 overnight at 4°C. Antibody binding was detected using Goat anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (IRDye® 800CW) preadsorbed (Goat anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (IRDye® 800CW) preadsorbed ab216773) at 1/20000 dilution for 1 hour at room temperature before imaging.

    This data was developed using the same antibody clone in a different buffer formulation containing PBS, BSA, glycerol, and sodium azide (Anti-C3b / iC3b antibody [1H8] ab231080).

    All lanes: Western blot - Anti-C3b / iC3b antibody [1H8] - BSA and Azide free (ab234631)

    Lane 1: human serum diluted 1/100 at 5 µL

    Lane 2: human plasma diluted 1/100 at 5 µL

    Performed under reducing conditions.

    Predicted band size: 187 kDa

    Observed band size: 68 kDa

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