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AB6672

Anti-IL-6 antibody

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Anti-IL-6 antibody (ab6672) is a rabbit polyclonal antibody detecting IL-6 in Western Blot, IHC-P. Suitable for Human.

- Over 620 publications
- Trusted since 2001

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IFNB2, IL6, Interleukin-6, IL-6, B-cell stimulatory factor 2, CTL differentiation factor, Hybridoma growth factor, Interferon beta-2, BSF-2, CDF, IFN-beta-2

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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-IL-6 antibody (AB6672)
  • IHC-P

PubMed

Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-IL-6 antibody (AB6672)

IL6 (Red) and IL-12 (Green) were measured at 1, 3, and 7 days after 10 Gy irradiation of HCa-1 tumors to determine whether irradiation regulates IL-12 and IL6 expression in tumours. ab6672 was used to stain IL6 at 1/100 dilution in immunohistochemical analysis.

Lee EJ et al. Radiation Inhibits Interleukin-12 Production via Inhibition of C-Rel through the Interleukin-6/ Signal Transducer and Activator of Transcription 3 Signaling Pathway in Dendritic Cells. PLoS One 11:e0146463 (2016).

Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-IL-6 antibody (AB6672)
  • IHC-P

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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-IL-6 antibody (AB6672)

IHC image of IL6 staining in human lung formalin fixed paraffin embedded tissue section*, performed on a Leica Bond™ system using the standard protocol F. The section was pre-treated using heat mediated antigen retrieval with sodium citrate buffer (pH6, epitope retrieval solution 1) for 20 mins. The section was then incubated with ab6672, 1/400, for 15 mins at room temperature and detected using an HRP conjugated compact polymer system. DAB was used as the chromogen. The section was then counterstained with haematoxylin and mounted with DPX.

For other IHC staining systems (automated and non-automated) customers should optimize variable parameters such as antigen retrieval conditions, primary antibody concentration and antibody incubation times.

*Tissue obtained from the Human Research Tissue Bank, supported by the NIHR Cambridge Biomedical Research Centre

Western blot - Anti-IL-6 antibody (AB6672)
  • WB

Lab

Western blot - Anti-IL-6 antibody (AB6672)

Tissue lysates were denatured for 10-15 minutes at 90°C. ab6672 was incubated overnight at 4°C and the secondary antibody for 1 hour at RT.

ab6672 detects a band at 25 kDa in Human lung tissue lysate and Mouse spleen tissue lysate, however the signal in mouse tissue is significantly lower. It also binds strongly to a protein at ~55 kDa in Human lung tissue extracts, which we believe represents a glycosylated form of IL6. ab6672 also detects several bands in Human lung tissue lysate within the region of 30-40 kDa. These may represent heteromers of IL6.

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Western blot - Anti-IL-6 antibody (ab6672) at 1/500 dilution

Lane 1:

Human spleen tissue lysate at 20 µg

Lane 2:

Human lung tissue lysate at 20 µg

Lane 3:

Mouse spleen tissue lysate at 20 µg

Lane 4:

Mouse lung tissue lysate at 20 µg

Predicted band size: 23 kDa

Observed band size: 25 kDa,55 kDa

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Western blot - Anti-IL-6 antibody (AB6672)
  • WB

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Western blot - Anti-IL-6 antibody (AB6672)

4-20% Tris-Glycine gel.

The membrane was blocked for 30 minutes with 1% BSA-TBST.

All lanes:

Western blot - Anti-IL-6 antibody (ab6672) at 1/500 dilution

All lanes:

recombinant human IL-6

Secondary

All lanes:

conjugated anti-Rabbit IgG at 1/40000 dilution

Predicted band size: 23 kDa

Observed band size: 21 kDa

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Key facts

Host species

Rabbit

Clonality

Polyclonal

Isotype

IgG

Carrier free

No

Reacts with

Human

Applications

IHC-P, WB

applications

Immunogen

Recombinant Full Length Protein corresponding to Human IL6.

P05231

Specificity

<p>ab6672 detects a band at 25 kDa in human lung tissue lysate and mouse spleen tissue lysate, however the signal in mouse tissue is significantly lower. It also binds strongly to a protein at ~55 kDa in human lung tissue extracts, which we believe represents a glycosylated form of IL6&#46; ab6672 also detects several bands in human lung tissue lysate within the region of 30-40 kDa. These may represent heteromers of IL6&#46; Please be aware that this product has low homology with the mouse and rat sequence of IL6 (Rat, 40%; Mouse 41%, UniProt blast) and we therefore cannot guarantee reactivity in these species.</p>

Reactivity data

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Product details

Product Specifications

Anti-IL-6 antibody (ab6672) is a rabbit polyclonal antibody and is validated for use in IHC-P, WB in human samples.
Anti-IL-6 antibody (ab6672) specifically detects IL-6 (UniProt ID: P05231; Molecular weight: 21kDa) and is sold in 200 µL selling sizes.

Quality and Validation

Abcam's high quality validation processes ensure Anti-IL-6 antibody (ab6672) has high sensitivity and specificity.
Anti-IL-6 antibody (ab6672) has been cited over 625 times in peer reviewed journals and is trusted by the scientific community.
Anti-IL-6 antibody (ab6672) has 43 independent reviews from customers.

IL-6 synonyms: plasmacytoma growth factor (PCT-GF),interferon-a-2 (IFN-a2), monocyte derived human B cellgrowth factor, B cell stimulating factor (BSF-2),hepatocyte stimulating factor (HSF), and interleukinhybridoma/plasmacytoma-1 (IL-HP1).

Properties and storage information

Form
Liquid
Purity
Whole antiserum
Purification notes
Anti-IL-6 antiserum detects recombinant and native IL-6 present in body fluids and cell supernatants in various assays (ie. IL-1 stimulated IL-6 production from fibroblasts).
Storage buffer
pH: 7.2 Constituents: 98.6% Whole serum, 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
Upon delivery aliquot
Storage information
Avoid freeze / thaw cycle

Supplementary information

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

Interleukin-6 (IL-6) a cytokine also known as IFN-beta2 plays a significant role in immune response and inflammation. The IL-6 protein has a molecular weight of approximately 20-26 kDa. Expression of IL-6 occurs in various cell types including T cells macrophages and fibroblasts. Researchers often measure IL-6 levels in biological samples using IL-6 ELISA kits an essential tool for studying this protein’s function and presence in experimental and clinical settings.
Biological function summary

IL-6 influences immune regulation and acts as part of the acute phase response. It stimulates the production of acute-phase proteins and supports the differentiation of B cells into antibody-producing cells. IL-6 is not known to be part of a larger complex acting primarily as a single entity in signal transduction. Moreover IL-6 impacts the metabolism of iron and bone homeostasis showing its multifunctional nature.

Pathways

IL-6 forms an integral part of several signaling routes particularly the JAK-STAT pathway. In this context IL-6 interacts with signal transducer proteins like STAT3 to transmit signals from the cell surface to the nucleus affecting gene expression. Another important pathway is the MAPK pathway through which IL-6 influences cell proliferation and survival. These interactions reflect IL-6's diverse effects in cellular processes.

IL-6's association with rheumatoid arthritis and multiple myeloma emphasizes its role in chronic inflammation and cancer. In rheumatoid arthritis IL-6 contributes to inflammation and joint damage often together with TNF-alpha highlighting a potential target for anti-inflammatory therapies. In multiple myeloma IL-6 supports the survival and proliferation of cancerous plasma cells highlighting its importance in cancer progression and possible treatment targets.

Product protocols

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Target data

Cytokine with a wide variety of biological functions in immunity, tissue regeneration, and metabolism. Binds to IL6R, then the complex associates to the signaling subunit IL6ST/gp130 to trigger the intracellular IL6-signaling pathway (Probable). The interaction with the membrane-bound IL6R and IL6ST stimulates 'classic signaling', whereas the binding of IL6 and soluble IL6R to IL6ST stimulates 'trans-signaling'. Alternatively, 'cluster signaling' occurs when membrane-bound IL6 : IL6R complexes on transmitter cells activate IL6ST receptors on neighboring receiver cells (Probable).. IL6 is a potent inducer of the acute phase response. Rapid production of IL6 contributes to host defense during infection and tissue injury, but excessive IL6 synthesis is involved in disease pathology. In the innate immune response, is synthesized by myeloid cells, such as macrophages and dendritic cells, upon recognition of pathogens through toll-like receptors (TLRs) at the site of infection or tissue injury (Probable). In the adaptive immune response, is required for the differentiation of B cells into immunoglobulin-secreting cells. Plays a major role in the differentiation of CD4(+) T cell subsets. Essential factor for the development of T follicular helper (Tfh) cells that are required for the induction of germinal-center formation. Required to drive naive CD4(+) T cells to the Th17 lineage. Also required for proliferation of myeloma cells and the survival of plasmablast cells (By similarity).. Acts as an essential factor in bone homeostasis and on vessels directly or indirectly by induction of VEGF, resulting in increased angiogenesis activity and vascular permeability (PubMed : 12794819, PubMed : 17075861). Induces, through 'trans-signaling' and synergistically with IL1B and TNF, the production of VEGF (PubMed : 12794819). Involved in metabolic controls, is discharged into the bloodstream after muscle contraction increasing lipolysis and improving insulin resistance (PubMed : 20823453). 'Trans-signaling' in central nervous system also regulates energy and glucose homeostasis (By similarity). Mediates, through GLP-1, crosstalk between insulin-sensitive tissues, intestinal L cells and pancreatic islets to adapt to changes in insulin demand (By similarity). Also acts as a myokine (Probable). Plays a protective role during liver injury, being required for maintenance of tissue regeneration (By similarity). Also has a pivotal role in iron metabolism by regulating HAMP/hepcidin expression upon inflammation or bacterial infection (PubMed : 15124018). Through activation of IL6ST-YAP-NOTCH pathway, induces inflammation-induced epithelial regeneration (By similarity).
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Publications (717)

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Scientific reports 15:33991 PubMed41028062

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SARS-CoV-2 spike protein-induced inflammation underlies proarrhythmia in COVID-19.

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Louisa Mezache,Andrew Soltisz,Esmerina Tili,Gerard J Nuovo,Rengasayee Veeraraghavan

PloS one 20:e0299962 PubMed40961077

2025

Blockade of interleukin-6 (IL-6) signaling in dedifferentiated liposarcoma (DDLPS) decreases mouse double minute 2 (MDM2) oncogenicity via alternative splicing.

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Abeba Zewdu,Danielle Braggio,Gonzalo Lopez,Kara Batte,Safiya Khurshid,Fernanda Costas C de Faria,Hemant K Bid,David Koller,Lucia Casadei,Katherine J Ladner,David Wang,Valerie Grignol,O Hans Iwenofu,Dawn Chandler,Denis C Guttridge,Raphael E Pollock

Antioxidants (Basel, Switzerland) 14: PubMed40867896

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Alterations of the Intestinal Barrier and Inflammatory Response, Caused by Chronic Ozone Exposure in a Rat Model.

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Alfredo Miranda-Martínez,Erika Rodríguez-Martínez,Marlen Valdés-Fuentes,Selva Rivas-Arancibia

JOR spine 8:e70082 PubMed40662113

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Chondrodystrophic Dogs as a Preclinical Large Animal Model of Discogenic Back Pain.

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Mary K Heimann,Shirley N Tang,Gilian Gunsch,Kyle Kuchynsky,Brett Klamer,Fangli Zhao,Megan Co,Maciej Pietrzak,Justin Richards,Jake Klausner,Adam Smith,Kaitlyn Cimney,Sara McBride-Gagyi,Brad Youngblood,Kara Corps,Candice Askwith,Benjamin A Walter,Sarah A Moore,Devina Purmessur

The Korean journal of pain 38:292-307 PubMed40556327

2025

MiR-298 suppresses astrocytic NF-κB activity and neuroinflammation targeting MyD88 in bone cancer pain.

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Ming Liu,Denggui Wang,Zhirong Yan,Min Zhou

Asian journal of pharmaceutical sciences 20:101039 PubMed40487121

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Multifunctional tri-layer wound dressing containing ZNO nanoparticles and IGF-1 as an efficient biomaterial for healing of full thickness skin injuries.

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Azin Abedi Koupai,Jaleh Varshosaz,Mohamadreza Tavakoli,Marjan Mirhaj,Saeideh Salehi,Faramarz Dobakhti

Journal of inflammation research 18:6653-6672 PubMed40433051

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Observation of the Effects of Infrapatellar Fat Pad Excision on the Inflammatory Progression of Knee Osteoarthritis in Mice.

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Ya Li,Peizhi Lu,Haoyu Yao,Shuo Yang,Bizhi Tu,Lingchao Kong,Rende Ning

Journal of cosmetic dermatology 24:e70240 PubMed40387285

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Anti-Glycation and Anti-Aging Efficacy of Newly Synthesized Antioxidant With Autophagy Stimulating Activity.

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Kayoung Shin,Yeonjae Kim,Sungwoo Kim,Hyun Jung Kim,Sekyoo Jeong,Mi Jang,Jeong Ho Park,Gaewon Nam

Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's archives of pharmacology : PubMed40372476

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Therapeutic effect of bismuth subsalicylate in a propionic acid-induced autism model.

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Kubilay Doğan Kılıç,Burak Çakar,Yiğit Uyanıkgil,Lora Koenhemsi,Berzah Güneş,Ebru Eroğlu,Oytun Erbaş

Molecular medicine (Cambridge, Mass.) 31:184 PubMed40361044

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JAK2/STAT3/HMGCS2 signaling aggravates mitochondrial dysfunction and oxidative stress in hyperuricemia-induced cardiac dysfunction.

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Dewei Peng,Xiaoli He,Bowen Ren,Qian Wang,Lulu Peng,Yue Jiang,Shengqi Huo,Lintong Men,Wei Shi,Pengcheng Luo,Mengyin Zhu,Cuntai Zhang,Jiagao Lv,Li Lin,Sheng Li
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