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AB22378

Anti-CD8 alpha antibody [YTS169.4]

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Rat Monoclonal CD8 alpha antibody. Suitable for Flow Cyt and reacts with Mouse samples. Cited in 121 publications.

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CD8a, Lyt-2, Lyt2, Cd8a, T-cell surface glycoprotein CD8 alpha chain, T-cell surface glycoprotein Lyt-2

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Flow Cytometry - Anti-CD8 alpha antibody [YTS169.4] (AB22378)
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Flow Cytometry - Anti-CD8 alpha antibody [YTS169.4] (AB22378)

Overlay histogram showing mouse spleen cells (C57BL/6) labeling CD8 alpha with ab22378 (red line). The cells were incubated in 1x PBS / 10% normal goat serum / 0.3M glycine to block non-specific protein-protein interactions. The cells were then incubated with the antibody (ab22378, 0.1μg/1x106 cells) for 30 min at 4°C. The secondary antibody used was Alexa Fluor® 488 goat anti-rat IgG (H&L) (ab150157) at 1/2000 dilution for 30 min at 4°C. Isotype control antibody (black line) was rat IgG2b [RTK4530] (ab18541, 2μg/1x106 cells) used under the same conditions.

Acquisition of >5,000 events were collected using a 20mW Argon ion laser (488nm) and 525/30 bandpass filter.

Flow Cytometry - Anti-CD8 alpha antibody [YTS169.4] (AB22378)
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Flow Cytometry - Anti-CD8 alpha antibody [YTS169.4] (AB22378)

Normal mouse (CBA) spleen cells (red cell lysed) double stained with ab22378 (0.3 μg/mL, detected with Alexa Fluor® 488-conjugated monoclonal mouse anti-rat antibody) and an APC conjugated hamster anti-mouse CD3 antibody. ab22378 stains an expected subpopulation of CD8 alpha positive T cells.

Western blot - Anti-CD8 alpha antibody [YTS169.4] (AB22378)
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Western blot - Anti-CD8 alpha antibody [YTS169.4] (AB22378)

Western Blotting using Anti-CD8 alpha antibody [YTS169.4], ab22378. Publication image from Lin, W. et al., 2020, Theranostics, 32308755. Legend direct from paper.

Characterization of small extracellular vesicles (sEVs). (A) Particle size distribution measured via nanoparticle tracking analysis (NTA). (B) sEV morphology revealed via transmission electron microscopy (TEM). (C) Western blot analysis of specific sEV-specific surface markers.

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Key facts

Host species

Rat

Clonality

Monoclonal

Clone number

YTS169.4

Isotype

IgG2b

Carrier free

No

Reacts with

Mouse

Applications

Flow Cyt

applications

Reactivity data

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Product details

ab22378 is not expected to work in standard western blots, under denaturing conditions, or in IHC on formalin-fixed tissue. To our knowledge, ab22378 will only stain frozen sections or fresh cells, and will only immunoprecipitate the antigen from cell lysates in mild detergents such as NP40 or Triton-X100.

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Properties and storage information

Form
Liquid
Purity
IgG fraction
Storage buffer
pH: 7.4 Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azide Constituents: PBS, 6.97% L-Arginine
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
Aliquoting information
Upon delivery aliquot
Storage information
Avoid freeze / thaw cycle

Supplementary information

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

CD8 alpha also known as CD8A or CD8 protein is a glycoprotein subunit expressed on the surface of cytotoxic T lymphocytes. It has a mass of approximately 32 kDa. Found on the surface cell membrane CD8 alpha functions primarily in the immune response specifically in the recognition of antigens bound to major histocompatibility complex (MHC) class I molecules. Often scientists use CD8 antibodies for detection and CD8 IHC or immunohistochemistry for localization studies.
Biological function summary

The CD8 alpha protein plays a critical role in T-cell mediated immune responses. It forms a heterodimer with the CD8 beta chain creating the CD8 alpha-beta complex that strengthens T-cell interaction with antigen-presenting cells. CD8 alpha also helps in signaling processes that activate T cells equipping them to destroy infected or malignant cells. Researchers often study CD8 alpha peptides to understand its interactions better.

Pathways

CD8 alpha is integral to the T-cell receptor signaling pathway and the cytotoxic T lymphocyte (CTL) pathway. The T-cell receptor complex which includes the CD8 molecule transmits signals that are important for T-cell activation and function. CD8 interacts with key proteins such as the T-cell receptor (TCR) and MHC class I molecules facilitating targeted responses against pathogens. These pathways highlight CD8 alpha’s role in adaptive immunity.

CD8 alpha is most prominently associated with viral infections and cancer. Conditions like HIV and some forms of leukemia show altered CD8 function highlighting the protein's role in immune surveillance. In HIV infection for instance CD8 T cells reduce in number impairing the immune response. CD8 alpha’s connection to the immune system places it alongside other immune proteins such as CD4 and MHC molecules in the context of immune dysfunction.

Product protocols

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Target data

Integral membrane glycoprotein that plays an essential role in the immune response and serves multiple functions in responses against both external and internal offenses. In T-cells, functions primarily as a coreceptor for MHC class I molecule : peptide complex. The antigens presented by class I peptides are derived from cytosolic proteins while class II derived from extracellular proteins. Interacts simultaneously with the T-cell receptor (TCR) and the MHC class I proteins presented by antigen presenting cells (APCs). In turn, recruits the Src kinase LCK to the vicinity of the TCR-CD3 complex. LCK then initiates different intracellular signaling pathways by phosphorylating various substrates ultimately leading to lymphokine production, motility, adhesion and activation of cytotoxic T-lymphocytes (CTLs). This mechanism enables CTLs to recognize and eliminate infected cells and tumor cells. In NK-cells, the presence of CD8A homodimers at the cell surface provides a survival mechanism allowing conjugation and lysis of multiple target cells. CD8A homodimer molecules also promote the survival and differentiation of activated lymphocytes into memory CD8 T-cells.
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Publications (121)

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Nature communications 16:6578 PubMed40675962

2025

The tumor-sentinel lymph node immuno-migratome reveals CCR7⁺ dendritic cells drive response to sequenced immunoradiotherapy.

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Robert Saddawi-Konefka,Riyam Al Msari,Shiqi Tang,Chad Philips,Sayed Sadat,Lauren M Clubb,Sarah Luna,Santiago Fassardi,Riley Jones,Ida Franiak Pietryga,Farhoud Faraji,Shiruyeh Schokrpur,Bryan S Yung,Michael M Allevato,Kelsey E Decker,Chanond A Nasamran,Daisy Chilin-Fuentes,Sara Brin Rosenthal,Shawn M Jensen,Bernard A Fox,R Bryan Bell,J Silvio Gutkind,Andrew Sharabi,Joseph A Califano

Journal of nanobiotechnology 23:469 PubMed40598231

2025

Targeting YTHDF2 with pH-responsive siRNA nanoparticles suppresses MYC m6A modification and restores antitumor immunity in hepatocellular carcinoma.

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Ziqi Guo,Qiuling Huang,Zhenzhen Cui,Cheng Yang,Liu Yang

Cell death discovery 11:73 PubMed39987121

2025

Macrocarpal I induces immunogenic cell death and synergizes with immune checkpoint inhibition by targeting tubulin and PARP1 in colorectal cancer.

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Yaxin Zhang,Huali Li,Yali Zhao,Lingtao Liu,Yi Zhou,Xingyan Pan,Yanqing Ding,Wenting Liao,Lu Qi,Chengmei Huang,Na Tang

Acta pharmaceutica Sinica. B 14:5479-5492 PubMed39807328

2025

Controlling tumor progression and recurrence in mice through combined treatment with a PD-L1 inhibitor and a designer strain that delivers GM-CSF.

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Heung Jin Jeon,Daejin Lim,EunA So,Solbi Kim,Jae-Ho Jeong,Miryoung Song,Hyo-Jin Lee

Radiation oncology (London, England) 19:119 PubMed39267113

2024

A multifunctional targeted nano-delivery system with radiosensitization and immune activation in glioblastoma.

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Xin Wen,Zhiying Shao,Xueting Chen,Hongmei Liu,Hui Qiu,Xin Ding,Debao Qu,Hui Wang,Andrew Z Wang,Longzhen Zhang

Gut microbes 16:2380061 PubMed39078050

2024

MS-20 enhances the gut microbiota-associated antitumor effects of anti-PD1 antibody.

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Pei-Jung Lee,Chien-Min Hung,Ai-Jen Yang,Cheng-Yu Hou,Hung-Wen Chou,Yi-Chung Chang,Wen-Cheng Chu,Wen-Yen Huang,Wen-Chih Kuo,Chia-Chun Yang,Kuo-I Lin,Kuo-Hsuan Hung,Li-Chun Chang,Kang-Yun Lee,Han-Pin Kuo,Kung-Ming Lu,Hsin-Chih Lai,Ming-Liang Kuo,Wan-Jiun Chen

Cancer immunology, immunotherapy : CII 73:178 PubMed38954031

2024

TRP-2 / gp100 DNA vaccine and PD-1 checkpoint blockade combination for the treatment of intracranial tumors.

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Joshua R D Pearson,Carles Puig-Saenz,Jubini E Thomas,Lydia D Hardowar,Murrium Ahmad,Louise C Wainwright,Adam M McVicar,Victoria A Brentville,Chris J Tinsley,A Graham Pockley,Lindy G Durrant,Stephanie E B McArdle

Respiratory research 25:238 PubMed38862975

2024

TMPRSS2 is a tumor suppressor and its downregulation promotes antitumor immunity and immunotherapy response in lung adenocarcinoma.

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Zhixian Liu,Qiqi Lu,Zhilan Zhang,Qiushi Feng,Xiaosheng Wang

International journal of molecular sciences 25: PubMed38612517

2024

Differences in Neuropathology between Nitroglycerin-Induced Mouse Models of Episodic and Chronic Migraine.

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Songyi Park,Harry Jung,Sang-Won Han,Sang-Hwa Lee,Jong-Hee Sohn

Nature communications 15:1009 PubMed38307859

2024

Targeting ALK averts ribonuclease 1-induced immunosuppression and enhances antitumor immunity in hepatocellular carcinoma.

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Chunxiao Liu,Chenhao Zhou,Weiya Xia,Yifan Zhou,Yufan Qiu,Jialei Weng,Qiang Zhou,Wanyong Chen,Ying-Nai Wang,Heng-Huan Lee,Shao-Chun Wang,Ming Kuang,Dihua Yu,Ning Ren,Mien-Chie Hung
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