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Mouse Recombinant Monoclonal CD68 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for WB, Mass Cytometry, ICC/IF, IHC-P and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 3 publications.


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Mass Cytometry - Anti-CD68 antibody [KP1] - BSA and Azide free (AB233172), expandable thumbnail
  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-CD68 antibody [KP1] - BSA and Azide free (AB233172), expandable thumbnail
  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-CD68 antibody [KP1] - BSA and Azide free (AB233172), expandable thumbnail
  • Immunocytochemistry/ Immunofluorescence - Anti-CD68 antibody [KP1] - BSA and Azide free (AB233172), expandable thumbnail
  • Western blot - Anti-CD68 antibody [KP1] - BSA and Azide free (AB233172), expandable thumbnail

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Key facts

Isotype

IgG1

Host species

Mouse

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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WBMass CytometryICC/IFIHC-P
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Species

Human

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Human

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Mouse, Rat, Rabbit

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Human

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Predicted

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Mouse, Rat, Rabbit

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Tested
Tested

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Human

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Notes

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

Not recommended
Not recommended

Species

Rat

Dilution info

-

Notes

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

Species

Mouse

Dilution info

-

Notes

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

Species

Rabbit

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Target data

Function

Could play a role in phagocytic activities of tissue macrophages, both in intracellular lysosomal metabolism and extracellular cell-cell and cell-pathogen interactions. Binds to tissue- and organ-specific lectins or selectins, allowing homing of macrophage subsets to particular sites. Rapid recirculation of CD68 from endosomes and lysosomes to the plasma membrane may allow macrophages to crawl over selectin-bearing substrates or other cells.

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Mouse Recombinant Monoclonal CD68 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for WB, Mass Cytometry, ICC/IF, IHC-P and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 3 publications.

Key facts

Isotype

IgG1

Form

Liquid

Clonality

Monoclonal

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

Yes

Clone number

KP1

Purification technique

Affinity purification Protein A

Light chain type

kappa

Concentration
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Storage

Shipped at conditions

Blue Ice

Appropriate long-term storage conditions

+4°C

Storage information

Do Not Freeze

Notes

ab233172 is the carrier-free version of Anti-CD68 antibody [KP1] ab955.

Anti CD68 antibody (Anti-CD68 antibody [KP1] ab955) is recommended for IHC on human samples but is not recommended for mouse & rat samples.

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

CD68 is a glycoprotein that functions as a scavenger receptor. It plays an important role in the regulation of cellular debris and apoptotic cell clearance. Researchers often refer to it as KP1 or macrosialin in the literature. CD68 with a molecular weight of approximately 110 kDa is highly expressed in macrophages and monocytes. The mucin-like structure of CD68 allows it to be heavily glycosylated which aids in its function. Researchers detect CD68 in tissues through methods like immunohistochemistry (IHC) immunofluorescence and CD68 staining and it is widely used as a macrophage marker in research.

Biological function summary

CD68 facilitates functions associated with the innate immune response. It serves as an important part of macrophages which contribute to immune surveillance and tissue homeostasis. Though it primarily operates on its own in some contexts CD68 might assist in forming complexes with other receptors to modulate phagocytic activity. This target is significant in atherosclerotic plaque stability as macrophages engulf lipids and cell debris through processes facilitated by CD68.

Pathways

CD68 is involved in pathways connected to inflammation and phagocytosis. The CD68 protein works closely with other scavenger receptors like CD36 to mediate uptake of oxidized low-density lipoproteins (oxLDL) in the lipid metabolism pathway. Additionally CD68 engagement can influence the toll-like receptor (TLR) signaling pathways thereby linking innate immunity and inflammatory responses critical for host defense and disease progression.

Associated diseases and disorders

CD68 is associated with atherosclerosis and multiple sclerosis. In atherosclerosis its role becomes evident as it accumulates in macrophages within the plaques making it a marker of disease severity. In multiple sclerosis CD68 expression in macrophages and microglia indicates active demyelination and inflammation. It also relates to proteins such as CD36 in atherosclerosis where both mediate the uptake of modified LDL contributing to foam cell formation in plaques.

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6 product images

  • Mass Cytometry - Anti-CD68 antibody [KP1] - BSA and Azide free (ab233172), expandable thumbnail
    This image is courtesy of the Single Cell & Imaging Mass Cytometry Analysis Platform, Goodman Cancer Research Centre, McGill University

    Mass Cytometry - Anti-CD68 antibody [KP1] - BSA and Azide free (ab233172)

    Imaging Mass Cytometry™ (IMC™) image of human tonsil tissue stained with Anti-CD68 antibody [KP1]. ab233172 (carrier-free antibody, purified) was metal-conjugated using a Maxpar® Antibody Labeling Kit from Fluidigm. Immunostaining was performed according to Fluidigm's protocols. Briefly, slides were subject to deparaffinization and heat-induced epitope retrieval, followed by overnight incubation at 4°C with an antibody cocktail containing metal-tagged antibodies in blocking buffer. Slides were subsequently washed with 0.2% Triton-X and 1x PBS, counterstained with Cell-ID™ Intercalator-Ir diluted at 1/400 in 1x PBS for 30 min at room temperature, rinsed for 5 min with distilled H2O, and air-dried prior to IMC™ acquisition. IMC™ acquisition was performed using the Fluidigm Hyperion™ Imaging System.

    Imaging Mass Cytometry™, IMC™, Cell-ID™, Hyperion™ and Maxpar® are trademarks of Fluidigm Canada

  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-CD68 antibody [KP1] - BSA and Azide free (ab233172), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-CD68 antibody [KP1] - BSA and Azide free (ab233172)

    CD68 immunohistochemistry staining of human liver using mouse anti-CD68 antibody

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) analysis of Human liver tissue labelling CD68 with Anti-CD68 antibody [KP1] ab955 at 1/3000 dilution. Heat mediated antigen retrieval was performed using Tris/EDTA buffer pH 9. Antigen Retrieval Buffer (100X Tris-EDTA Buffer, pH 9.0) ab93684 a Goat Anti-mouse IgG H&L (HRP) was used as the secondary antibody. Negative control using PBS instead of primary antibody. Counterstained with hematoxylin.

    Cytoplasmic staining on Kupffer cells of human liver (PMID: 12118106).

    This data was developed using the same antibody clone in a different buffer formulation containing PBS, BSA, glycerol, and sodium azide (Anti-CD68 antibody [KP1] ab955).

  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-CD68 antibody [KP1] - BSA and Azide free (ab233172), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-CD68 antibody [KP1] - BSA and Azide free (ab233172)

    CD68 immunohistochemistry staining of human tonsil using mouse anti-CD68 antibody

    Immunohistochemical analysis of paraffin-embedded human tonsil tissue labeling CD68 with ab233172 at 1/3000 dilution, followed by Goat Anti-mouse IgG H&L (HRP) ready to use. Cytoplasmic staining on macrophages of human tonsil (PMID: 19543531) is observed. Counter stained with hematoxylin.

    Secondary antibody only control: Used PBS instead of primary antibody, secondary antibody is Goat Anti-mouse IgG H&L (HRP) ready to use.

    Heat mediated antigen retrieval using Antigen Retrieval Buffer (100X Tris-EDTA Buffer, pH 9.0) ab93684 (Tris/EDTA buffer, pH 9.0).

  • Immunocytochemistry/ Immunofluorescence - Anti-CD68 antibody [KP1] - BSA and Azide free (ab233172), expandable thumbnail

    Immunocytochemistry/ Immunofluorescence - Anti-CD68 antibody [KP1] - BSA and Azide free (ab233172)

    Immunofluorescent analysis of 100% methanol-fixed THP-1 (human monocytic leukemia cell line) cells labeling CD68 with ab233172 at 1/50 dilution, followed by Goat Anti-Mouse IgG H&L (Alexa Fluor® 488) (Goat Anti-Mouse IgG H&L (Alexa Fluor® 488) ab150113) secondary antibody at 1/1000 dilution (green). Confocal image showing cytoplasmic staining in THP-1 cells. The nuclear counter stain is DAPI (blue). Tubulin is detected with Recombinant Anti-beta IV Tubulin antibody [EPR16775] (Anti-beta IV Tubulin antibody [EPR16775] ab179504) at 1/500 dilution, followed by Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (Alexa Fluor® 594) (Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (Alexa Fluor® 594) ab150080) secondary antibody at 1/1000 dilution (red).

    Secondary antibody only control: Used PBS instead of primary antibody, followed by Goat Anti-Mouse IgG H&L (Alexa Fluor® 488) (Goat Anti-Mouse IgG H&L (Alexa Fluor® 488) ab150113) secondary antibody at 1/1000 dilution.

  • Western blot - Anti-CD68 antibody [KP1] - BSA and Azide free (ab233172), expandable thumbnail

    Western blot - Anti-CD68 antibody [KP1] - BSA and Azide free (ab233172)

    This data was developed using the same antibody clone in a different buffer formulation (Anti-CD68 antibody [KP1] ab955).

    Blocking anf diluting buffer and concentraion: 5% NFDM /TBST

    Exposure time: Lane1: 60 seconds; Lane2: 5 seconds; Lane3: 180 seconds; Lane4: 7 seconds

    Anti-CD68 antibody [RM1031] ab303565 works better than Anti-CD68 antibody [KP1] ab955 in western blot testing.

    We suggest optimizing experimental protocols (increasing lysate amount, using lower dilution or higher sensitivity ECL substrate) to improve results when using Anti-CD68 antibody [KP1] ab955 in western blot.

    Lanes 1 and 3: Western blot - Anti-CD68 antibody [KP1] (Anti-CD68 antibody [KP1] ab955) at 1/1000 dilution

    Lanes 2 and 4: Western blot - Anti-CD68 antibody [RM1031] (Anti-CD68 antibody [RM1031] ab303565) at 1/1000 dilution

    Lanes 1 - 2: Human spleen tissue lysate at 20 µg

    Lanes 3 - 4: THP-1 (Human monocytic leukemia monocyte) whole cell lysate at 20 µg

    Secondary

    All lanes: Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG (HRP) with minimal cross-reactivity with human IgG at 1/2000 dilution

    Predicted band size: 37 kDa

    Observed band size: 110 kDa

  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-CD68 antibody [KP1] - BSA and Azide free (ab233172), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-CD68 antibody [KP1] - BSA and Azide free (ab233172)

    This data was produced using the same antibody clone but in a different formulation containing PBS, sodium azide, glycerol and BSA (Anti-CD68 antibody [KP1] ab955).

    Immunohistochemical analysis of formalin fixed paraffin embedded human liver labelling CD68 with Anti-CD68 antibody [KP1] ab955 at a concentration of 0.1 µg/ml. The immunostaining was performed on a Ventana DISCOVERY ULTRA (Roche Tissue Diagnostics) instrument with a OptiView DAB IHC Detection Kit. Heat mediated antigen retrieval was performed with DISCOVERY cell conditioning solution (CC1) 100°C, pH8.5 for 32mins.

    Anti-CD68 antibody [KP1] ab955 Anti-CD68 antibody [KP1] was incubated for 16mins at 37°C. Sections were counterstained with Hematoxylin II. Image inset shows absence of staining in secondary antibody only control.

    Customers are encouraged to optimise antigen retrieval conditions, antibody concentration, incubation times and temperature for best results in their own IHC assay workflow (automated and manual)

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