AB34712

Anti-Collagen II antibody

Name: Anti-collagen II antibody - rabbit polyclonal (ab34712) | Abcam
Brand: Abcam Limited
SKU: AB34712
Price: 525 USD
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Anti-Collagen II antibody (ab34712) is a rabbit polyclonal antibody detecting Collagen II in Dot Blot, IHC-P. Suitable for Cow, Human.

- Over 760 publications
- Trusted since 2006

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Collagen alpha-1(II) chain, Alpha-1 type II collagen, COL2A1

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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Collagen II antibody (AB34712)

IHC-P

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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Collagen II antibody (AB34712)

ab34712 (1 : 400, 45 min RT) showed moderate staining in FFPE human bronchiolar cartilage. Slides were steamed in 0.01 M sodium citrate buffer, pH 6.0 at 99-100°C - 20 minutes for antigen retrieval.

IHC-P

PubMed

Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Collagen II antibody (AB34712)

Formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded human Mesenchymal stem cells stained for collagen II using ab34712 at 1/100 dilution i immunohistochemical analysis.

Healthy donor-derived MSCs were injected into the center of nano-fiber plugs and cultured in MSCGM for the specified period. The samples were assessed immunohistochemically for the expression of type-II collagen on Days 7 and 28. Scale bars, 50 μm.

Sonomoto K et al. Spontaneous Differentiation of Human Mesenchymal Stem Cells on Poly-Lactic-Co-Glycolic Acid Nano-Fiber Scaffold. PLoS One 11:e0153231 (2016). Reproduced under the Creative Commons license http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Key facts

Host species

Rabbit

Clonality

Polyclonal

Isotype

IgG

Carrier free

Reacts with

Human, Cow

Applications

IHC-P, Dot

applications

Immunogen

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

Full Length Protein corresponding to Cow COL2A1. Database link P02459

Specificity

Some class specific anti-collagens may be specific for three-dimensional epitopes which may result in diminished reactivity with denatured collagen or formalin-fixed, paraffin embedded tissues. This antibody reacts with most mammalian Type II collagens and has expected cross-reactivity with Type IV and VI and negligible cross reactivity to Type I, III and V collagens. Non-specific cross reaction of anti-collagen antibodies with other human serum proteins or non-collagen extracellular matrix proteins has not been tested.

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Reactivity data

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Product details

Anti-Collagen II antibody (ab34712) is a rabbit polyclonal antibody and is validated for use in IHC-P and Dot Blot.

Anti-Collagen II antibody (ab34712) was first used in a scientific publication in 2008 and has been cited over 766 times in peer reviewed journals. It's performance in Western blot and IHC in human, mouse and rat samples is trusted by the scientific community.

Abcam's high quality validation processes ensure Anti-Collagen II antibody (ab34712) has high sensitivity and specificity.

Anti-Collagen II antibody (ab34712) has 16 independent reviews from customers.

Anti-Collagen II antibody (ab34712) specifically detects Collagen II (UniProt ID: P02458; Molecular weight: 97kDa) and is sold in 100 ug selling sizes.

Top cited antibody for this target with >900 citations. Highly-validated collagen type II antibody, essential for researchers studying joint health and cartilage support. This antibody is crucial in osteoarthritis treatment research, particularly in understanding collagen II's benefits and sources. It is widely used in studies of collagen II supplements and ongoing collagen II research.

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Properties and storage information

Form

Liquid

Purification technique

Affinity purification Immunogen

Purification notes

Collagen II Antibody has been prepared by immunoaffinity chromatography using immobilized antigens followed by extensive cross-adsorption against other collagens.

Storage buffer

pH: 7.2 Preservative: 0.01% Sodium azide Constituents: 0.88% Sodium chloride, 0.424% Potassium phosphate solution

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

Add glycerol to a final volume of 50% for extra stability and aliquot

Storage information

Avoid freeze / thaw cycle

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Supplementary information

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

Collagen type II also known as collagen II or native type II collagen is a fibrillar collagen essential in the formation of cartilage. It has a molecular mass of about 300 kDa. This protein is widely expressed in cartilaginous tissues including the extracellular matrix (ECM) of hyaline cartilage which makes up a significant part of the cartilage in joints and intervertebral discs. Collagen type II provides tensile strength and structural support to these tissues facilitating normal function and joint stability.

Biological function summary

Fibrillar collagen type II is an important component of the extracellular matrix important for endochondral ossification and cartilage formation. Collagen type II forms a network that interacts with other ECM molecules such as proteoglycans and non-collagenous proteins creating a hydrated gel that resists compressive forces. This complex structure is essential for maintaining the biomechanical properties of cartilage enabling it to withstand mechanical stress and support smooth joint movements.

Pathways

Collagen type II plays an important role in cartilage development and homeostasis. It is integral to the TGF-β signaling pathway which regulates cell growth and differentiation in chondrocytes. The protein is related to other collagens such as collagen type IX and proteoglycans like aggrecan both of which contribute to the structural integrity of cartilage. These interactions facilitate the proper assembly and organization of cartilage ECM supporting tissue function.

Collagen type II has a significant association with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. In these degenerative conditions the degradation of collagen type II leads to cartilage breakdown and joint pain. Furthermore autoimmune response against collagen type II can occur as seen in rheumatoid arthritis where anti-collagen antibodies target the protein worsening joint inflammation. The protein's impairment or structural alteration may also involve interactions with degradative enzymes like matrix metalloproteinases exacerbating disease progression.

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Product protocols

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Target data

Type II collagen is specific for cartilaginous tissues. It is essential for the normal embryonic development of the skeleton, for linear growth and for the ability of cartilage to resist compressive forces.

See full target information COL2A1

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Publications (1048)

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Inherently bioactive iron-chelating Poly (N-acryloyl 2-glycine)/chitosan hydrogel scaffolds orchestrating dual hypoxic-immune microenvironment for functional meniscus regeneration.

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Species

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Bingbing Xu,Jing Ye,Shitang Song,Xueyu Dou,Chao Li,Xing Wang,Jia-Kuo Yu

Drug design, development and therapy 19:7603-7621 PubMed40918953

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Anti-Inflammatory Modified Fuzi Decoction Antagonizes Synovial TNF-α/TRAF2/NF-κB Signaling to Remedy Osteoarthritis.

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Yue Wang,Jiadan Ren,Huixin Chen,Xiaotian Chen,Bo Yan,Wenting Xu,Xiujuan Xiao,Qiang Yuan,Letian Shan,Li Zhou

Experimental & molecular medicine 57:1963-1977 PubMed40887495

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Eicosapentaenoic acid restores inflammation-induced changes in chondrocyte mechanics by suppressing the NF-κB p65/CD44 signaling pathway and attenuates osteoarthritis.

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Qihao Yang,Jianqun Wu,Songqiang Huang,Jing Zeng,Yihan Jing,Zhiyong Wang,Chi Zhang,Zenghui Wu,Song Liu,Zhao Wang

NPJ Regenerative medicine 10:41 PubMed40885721

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FGF9 treatment reduces off-target chondrocytes from iPSC-derived kidney organoids.

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Virginie Joris,Anika Schumacher,Maria Paula Marks,Maria Eischen-Loges,Sofia Fallo,Martijn van Griensven,Vanessa L S LaPointe

Scientific reports 15:31474 PubMed40858887

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Metformin lotion as a novel approach to prevent tendinopathy induced by mechanical overuse.

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Species

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Jianying Zhang,Derek Maloney,Vasyl Pastukh,Soichi Hattori,MaCalus V Hogan,James H-C Wang

BMC biology 23:268 PubMed40859304

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Cranial base synostosis in mice caused by upregulation of Wnt following partial inhibition of Shh.

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Jiangping Chen,Chengyan Ren,Chuanqing Mao,Yongzhen Lai,Meng Lu,Yuanjing Jiang,Weihui Chen

Frontiers in physiology 16:1639174 PubMed40800728

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Comparison of passive and active motion: effect of myokine irisin on cartilage in knee osteoarthritis rats.

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Species

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Zhengjiao Duan,Hongpan Gao,Xue Xiao,BenXiang He

Science advances 11:eadv4238 PubMed40712009

2025

Genetically engineered chondrocyte-mimetic nanoplatform attenuates osteoarthritis by blocking IL-1β and restoring sirtuin-3.

Applications

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Species

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Caifeng Deng,Liukang Yu,Xuan Zhao,Yuxiao Chen,Jiabin Mei,Jie Wei,Xiaoyuan Chen,Guanghua Lei,Chao Zeng

Materials today. Bio 33:102103 PubMed40704013

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Dual-functional ROS-responsive hydrogel alleviates temporomandibular joint osteoarthritis by enhancing cartilage repair and mitigating inflammation.

Applications

Unspecified application

Species

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Yiwen Kuang,Bingqiang Hua,Xiaoping Ye,Yujin Zhao,Meng Yu,Xianwen Liu

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Anti-Collagen II antibody

Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Collagen II antibody (AB34712)

Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Collagen II antibody (AB34712)

Key facts

Host species

Clonality

Isotype

Carrier free

Reacts with

Applications

Immunogen

Specificity

Reactivity data

Product details

Properties and storage information

Form

Purification technique

Purification notes

Storage buffer

Shipped at conditions

Appropriate short-term storage duration

Appropriate short-term storage conditions

Appropriate long-term storage conditions

Aliquoting information

Storage information

Supplementary information

Biological function summary

Pathways

Product protocols

Target data

Publications (1048)

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