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AB223140

Anti-Cathepsin K antibody [EPR19992] - BSA and Azide free

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Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal Cathepsin K antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for WB, IHC-P and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 1 publication.

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CTSO, CTSO2, CTSK, Cathepsin K, Cathepsin O, Cathepsin O2, Cathepsin X

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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Cathepsin K antibody [EPR19992] - BSA and Azide free (AB223140)
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Supplier Data

Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Cathepsin K antibody [EPR19992] - BSA and Azide free (AB223140)

Immunohistochemical analysis of paraffin-embedded human ovary cancer tissue labeling Cathepsin K with ab207086 at 1/1000 dilution, followed by Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) (ab97051) at 1/500 dilution.

Cytoplasmic staining on human ovary cancer is observed [PMID : 27076854].

Counter stained with Hematoxylin.

Secondary antibody only control : Used PBS instead of primary antibody, secondary antibody is Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) (ab97051) at 1/500 dilution.

This data was developed using the same antibody clone in a different buffer formulation containing PBS, BSA, glycerol, and sodium azide (ab207086).

Perform heat mediated antigen retrieval with Tris/EDTA buffer pH 9.0 before commencing with IHC staining protocol.

Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Cathepsin K antibody [EPR19992] - BSA and Azide free (AB223140)
  • IHC-P

Supplier Data

Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Cathepsin K antibody [EPR19992] - BSA and Azide free (AB223140)

Immunohistochemical analysis of paraffin-embedded human osteosarcoma tissue labeling Cathepsin K with ab207086 at 1/1000 dilution, followed by Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) (ab97051) at 1/500 dilution.

Cytoplasmic staining on osteoclasts of human osteosarcoma is observed [PMID : 17559135].

Counter stained with Hematoxylin.

Secondary antibody only control : Used PBS instead of primary antibody, secondary antibody is Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) (ab97051) at 1/500 dilution.

This data was developed using the same antibody clone in a different buffer formulation containing PBS, BSA, glycerol, and sodium azide (ab207086).

Perform heat mediated antigen retrieval with Tris/EDTA buffer pH 9.0 before commencing with IHC staining protocol.

Key facts

Host species

Rabbit

Clonality

Monoclonal

Clone number

EPR19992

Isotype

IgG

Carrier free

Yes

Reacts with

Human

Applications

IHC-P, WB

applications

Immunogen

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

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Reactivity data

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Product details

ab223140 is the carrier-free version of ab207086.

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

Conjugation ready
Our carrier-free antibodies are typically supplied in a PBS-only formulation, purified and free of BSA, sodium azide and glycerol. This conjugation-ready format is designed for use with fluorochromes, metal isotopes, oligonucleotides, and enzymes, which makes them ideal for antibody labelling, functional and cell-based assays, flow-based assays (e.g. mass cytometry) and Multiplex Imaging applications.

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.

Compatibility
This product is compatible with the Maxpar® Antibody Labeling Kit from Fluidigm, without the need for antibody preparation. Maxpar® is a trademark of Fluidigm Canada Inc.

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Properties and storage information

Form
Liquid
Purification technique
Affinity purification Protein A
Storage buffer
pH: 7.2 - 7.4 Constituents: PBS
Shipped at conditions
Blue Ice
Appropriate short-term storage conditions
+4°C
Appropriate long-term storage conditions
+4°C
Storage information
Do Not Freeze
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Supplementary information

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

Cathepsin K also known as CTSK is a protease enzyme that belongs to the papain family of cysteine proteases. With a molecular weight of approximately 37 kDa Cathepsin K is mainly expressed in osteoclasts which are cells involved in bone resorption. This enzyme functions by cleaving collagen a vital component of bone extracellular matrix which facilitates bone remodeling and turnover. Known for its collagenolytic activity Cathepsin K is important in processes where breakdown of collagen fibers is required.
Biological function summary

Cathepsin K plays a significant role in bone metabolism. It operates within the osteoclasts where it degrades type I collagen and other matrix proteins essential for normal bone maintenance and repair. Cathepsin K does not function as part of a complex but acts independently in its enzymatic role. It is highly specific to substrates found in the bone matrix differentiating it from other cathepsins like cathepsin L or B that may have broader expression and role.

Pathways

Cathepsin K is an important player in the bone remodeling pathway. This pathway involves a series of coordinated actions between osteoclasts and osteoblasts to maintain bone health. Cathepsin K's activity is tightly regulated within this pathway to ensure proper bone density and structure. It is associated with other proteins such as osteopontin and matrix metalloproteinases which work together to modulate bone turnover. Within the RANK/RANKL pathway Cathepsin K acts as a downstream effector following osteoclast activation by RANKL.

Cathepsin K is most notably linked to osteoporosis and pycnodysostosis. Osteoporosis arises due to excessive bone resorption where elevated Cathepsin K activity leads to weakened bone structure increasing fracture risk. Pycnodysostosis is a rare genetic disorder caused by mutations in the gene coding for Cathepsin K resulting in impaired bone resorption and abnormally dense but brittle bones. In these conditions proteins such as RANKL and osteoprotegerin also play critical roles by influencing osteoclast differentiation and activity thereby modulating Cathepsin K's effects.
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Product protocols

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Target data

Thiol protease involved in osteoclastic bone resorption and may participate partially in the disorder of bone remodeling. Displays potent endoprotease activity against fibrinogen at acid pH. May play an important role in extracellular matrix degradation. Involved in the release of thyroid hormone thyroxine (T4) by limited proteolysis of TG/thyroglobulin in the thyroid follicle lumen (PubMed : 11082042).
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Publications (1)

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Molecular medicine reports 18:789-798 PubMed29845235

2018

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Applications

Unspecified application

Species

Unspecified reactive species

Ling Wang,Rong Lin,Langtao Guo,Meiman Hong
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