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Knockout Tested Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal CD46 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for ICC/IF, WB, IHC-P and reacts with Human samples.

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Western blot - Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] - BSA and Azide free (AB271871), expandable thumbnail
  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] - BSA and Azide free (AB271871), expandable thumbnail
  • Western blot - Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] - BSA and Azide free (AB271871), expandable thumbnail
  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] - BSA and Azide free (AB271871), expandable thumbnail
  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] - BSA and Azide free (AB271871), expandable thumbnail

Key facts

Isotype
IgG
Host species
Rabbit
Storage buffer

pH: 7.2 - 7.4
Constituents: PBS

Form
Liquid
Clonality
Monoclonal

Immunogen

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

Reactivity data

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Human
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Target data

Function

Acts as a cofactor for complement factor I, a serine protease which protects autologous cells against complement-mediated injury by cleaving C3b and C4b deposited on host tissue. May be involved in the fusion of the spermatozoa with the oocyte during fertilization. Also acts as a costimulatory factor for T-cells which induces the differentiation of CD4+ into T-regulatory 1 cells. T-regulatory 1 cells suppress immune responses by secreting interleukin-10, and therefore are thought to prevent autoimmunity. (Microbial infection) A number of viral and bacterial pathogens seem to bind MCP in order to exploit its immune regulation property and directly induce an immunosuppressive phenotype in T-cells. (Microbial infection) Acts as a receptor for Adenovirus subgroup B2 and Ad3. (Microbial infection) Acts as a receptor for cultured Measles virus. (Microbial infection) Acts as a receptor for Herpesvirus 6/HHV-6. (Microbial infection) May act as a receptor for pathogenic bacteria Neisseria and Streptococcus pyogenes (PubMed:11260136, PubMed:11971006, PubMed:7708671, PubMed:9379894).

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Knockout Tested Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal CD46 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for ICC/IF, WB, IHC-P and reacts with Human samples.

Key facts

Isotype
IgG
Form
Liquid
Clonality
Monoclonal
Immunogen
  • The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.
Carrier free
Yes
Clone number
EPR4014
Purification technique
Affinity purification Protein A
Concentration
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Storage

Shipped at conditions
Blue Ice
Appropriate short-term storage conditions
+4°C
Appropriate long-term storage conditions
+4°C
Storage information
Do Not Freeze

Notes

ab271871 is the carrier-free version of Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] ab108307.

Mouse, Rat: We have preliminary internal testing data to indicate this antibody may not react with these species. Please contact us for more information.

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 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 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.

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.

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.

Supplementary info

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

CD46 also known as membrane cofactor protein (MCP) is a type I membrane protein with a molecular weight around 50-70 kDa due to glycosylation variability. This protein serves as a regulatory component in the complement system which protects host cells from damage by complement components. CD46 is widely expressed on almost all nucleated human cells. It plays a role in inactivating C3b and C4b components of the complement cascade preventing autologous complement-mediated damage. The gene coding for CD46 is located on chromosome 1q32 a region known for encoding several complement regulatory proteins.

Biological function summary

Beyond its complement regulatory role CD46 acts in immune response modulation and reproduction. It forms a part of a protein complex that involves members such as decay-accelerating factor and complement receptor 1. CD46 also engages in intracellular signaling that affects T cell function and differentiation. In the reproductive context it participates in sperm-oocyte fusion and has a role in trophoblast fusion during placental formation.

Pathways

CD46 integrates into various signaling pathways including the complement and T cell receptor signaling pathways. In the complement pathway CD46 interacts with C3b and factor I promoting cleavage and inactivation of C3b leading to pathway regulation. Involvement in the T cell receptor pathway hints that CD46 signaling protects against overactive immune responses by promoting a switch to a regulatory T cell phenotype which can modulate immunity and prevent autoimmunity.

Associated diseases and disorders

CD46 has connections with autoimmune conditions and infectious diseases. For instance alterations in CD46 expression or function can contribute to atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome where dysregulation of the complement pathway occurs. Additionally certain pathogens like Neisseria gonorrhoeae utilize CD46 as a receptor for infection. CD46’s interaction with proteins such as C3b connects it directly to complement-related conditions highlighting its importance in maintaining immune system balance.

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11 product images

  • Western blot - Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] - BSA and Azide free (ab271871), expandable thumbnail

    Western blot - Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] - BSA and Azide free (ab271871)

    This data was developed using Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] ab108307, the same antibody clone in a different buffer formulation.

    All lanes: Western blot - Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] - BSA and Azide free (ab271871) at 1/1000 dilution

    Lane 1: MOLT-4 (Human lymphoblastic leukemia cell line) cell lysate at 10 µg

    Lane 2: Jurkat (Human T cell leukemia cell line from peripheral blood) cell lysate at 10 µg

    Lane 3: HeLa (Human epithelial cell line from cervix adenocarcinoma) cell lysate at 10 µg

    Lane 4: K562 (Human chronic myelogenous leukemia cell line from bone marrow) cell lysate at 10 µg

    Secondary

    All lanes: Goat anti-rabbit HRP conjugate at 1/2000 dilution

    Predicted band size: 44 kDa

  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] - BSA and Azide free (ab271871), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] - BSA and Azide free (ab271871)

    Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] ab108307, at 1/500 dilution, staining CD46 in paraffin-embedded Human tonsil tissue

    Perform heat mediated antigen retrieval via the pressure cooker method before commencing with IHC staining protocol.

    This data was developed using the same antibody clone in a different buffer formulation containing PBS, BSA, glycerol, and sodium azide (Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] ab108307).

  • Western blot - Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] - BSA and Azide free (ab271871), expandable thumbnail

    Western blot - Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] - BSA and Azide free (ab271871)

    This data was developed using Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] ab108307, the same antibody clone in a different buffer formulation.

    Lane 1: Wild-type HAP1 cell lysate (20 μg)
    Lane 2: CD46 knockout HAP1 cell lysate (20 μg)
    Lane 3: HeLa cell lysate (20 μg)
    Lane 4: K562 cell lysate (20 μg)
    Lanes 1 - 4: Merged signal (red and green). Green - Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] ab108307 observed at 50-70 kDa. Red - loading control, Anti-GAPDH antibody [6C5] - Loading Control ab8245, observed at 37 kDa.
    Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] ab108307 was shown to specifically react with when CD46 knockout samples were used. Wild-type and CD46 knockout samples were subjected to SDS-PAGE. Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] ab108307 and Anti-GAPDH antibody [6C5] - Loading Control ab8245 (loading control to GAPDH) were diluted 1/1000 and 1/10 000 respectively and incubated overnight at 4°C. Blots were developed with Goat anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (IRDye® 800CW) preadsorbed (Goat anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (IRDye® 800CW) preadsorbed ab216773) and Goat anti-Mouse IgG H&L (IRDye® 680RD) preadsorbed (Goat anti-Mouse IgG H&L (IRDye® 680RD) preadsorbed ab216776) secondary antibodies at 1/10 000 dilution for 1 h at room temperature before imaging.

    All lanes: Western blot - Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] - BSA and Azide free (ab271871)

    Predicted band size: 44 kDa

  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] - BSA and Azide free (ab271871), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] - BSA and Azide free (ab271871)

    Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] ab108307, at 1/500 dilution, staining CD46 in paraffin-embedded Human kidney tissue

    Perform heat mediated antigen retrieval via the pressure cooker method before commencing with IHC staining protocol.

    This data was developed using the same antibody clone in a different buffer formulation containing PBS, BSA, glycerol, and sodium azide (Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] ab108307).

  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] - BSA and Azide free (ab271871), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] - BSA and Azide free (ab271871)

    Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] ab108307 showing positive staining in Normal placenta tissue.

    Perform heat mediated antigen retrieval via the pressure cooker method before commencing with IHC staining protocol.

    This data was developed using the same antibody clone in a different buffer formulation containing PBS, BSA, glycerol, and sodium azide (Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] ab108307).

  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] - BSA and Azide free (ab271871), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] - BSA and Azide free (ab271871)

    Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] ab108307 showing positive staining in Normal uterus tissue.

    Perform heat mediated antigen retrieval via the pressure cooker method before commencing with IHC staining protocol.

    This data was developed using the same antibody clone in a different buffer formulation containing PBS, BSA, glycerol, and sodium azide (Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] ab108307).

  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] - BSA and Azide free (ab271871), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] - BSA and Azide free (ab271871)

    Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] ab108307 showing positive staining in Thyroid gland carcinoma tissue.

    Perform heat mediated antigen retrieval via the pressure cooker method before commencing with IHC staining protocol.

    This data was developed using the same antibody clone in a different buffer formulation containing PBS, BSA, glycerol, and sodium azide (Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] ab108307).

  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] - BSA and Azide free (ab271871), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] - BSA and Azide free (ab271871)

    Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] ab108307 showing positive staining in Colonic adenocarcinoma tissue.

    Perform heat mediated antigen retrieval via the pressure cooker method before commencing with IHC staining protocol.

    This data was developed using the same antibody clone in a different buffer formulation containing PBS, BSA, glycerol, and sodium azide (Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] ab108307).

  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] - BSA and Azide free (ab271871), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] - BSA and Azide free (ab271871)

    Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] ab108307 showing positive staining in Breast carcinoma tissue.

    Perform heat mediated antigen retrieval via the pressure cooker method before commencing with IHC staining protocol.

    This data was developed using the same antibody clone in a different buffer formulation containing PBS, BSA, glycerol, and sodium azide (Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] ab108307).

  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] - BSA and Azide free (ab271871), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] - BSA and Azide free (ab271871)

    Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] ab108307 showing positive staining in Normal breast tissue.

    Perform heat mediated antigen retrieval via the pressure cooker method before commencing with IHC staining protocol.

    This data was developed using the same antibody clone in a different buffer formulation containing PBS, BSA, glycerol, and sodium azide (Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] ab108307).

  • Western blot - Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] - BSA and Azide free (ab271871), expandable thumbnail

    Western blot - Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] - BSA and Azide free (ab271871)

    Western blot: Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] (Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] ab108307) staining at 1/1000 dilution, shown in green; Mouse anti-GAPDH antibody [6C5] (Anti-GAPDH antibody [6C5] - Loading Control ab8245) loading control staining at 1/20000 dilution, shown in magenta. In Western blot, Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] ab108307 was shown to bind specifically to CD46. A band was observed at 50-75 kDa in wild-type A549 cell lysates with no signal observed at this size in CD46 knockout cell line. To generate this image, wild-type and CD46 knockout A549 cell lysates were analysed. First, samples were run on an SDS-PAGE gel then transferred onto a nitrocellulose membrane. Membranes were blocked in 3 % milk in TBS-0.1 % Tween® 20 (TBS-T) before incubation with primary antibodies overnight at 4 °C. Blots were washed four times in TBS-T, incubated with secondary antibodies for 1 h at room temperature, washed again four times then imaged. Secondary antibodies used were Goat anti-Rabbit IgG H&L 800CW and Goat anti-Mouse IgG H&L 680RD at 1/20000 dilution.

    All lanes: Western blot - Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] (Anti-CD46 antibody [EPR4014] ab108307) at 1/1000 dilution

    Lane 1: Wild-type A549 cell lysate at 20 µg

    Lane 2: CD46 knockout A549 cell lysate at 20 µg

    Lane 3: HAP1 cell lysate at 20 µg

    Lane 4: THP-1 cell lysate at 20 µg

    Secondary

    All lanes: Goat anti-Rabbit IgG H&L 800CW and Goat anti-Mouse IgG H&L 680RD at 1/20000 dilution

    Performed under reducing conditions.

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