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Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal K1C12 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for WB, ICC/IF, IHC-P and reacts with Mouse, Rat, Human samples.

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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Keratin 12/K12 antibody [EPR17882] - BSA and Azide free (AB240295), expandable thumbnail
  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Keratin 12/K12 antibody [EPR17882] - BSA and Azide free (AB240295), expandable thumbnail
  • Immunocytochemistry/ Immunofluorescence - Anti-Keratin 12/K12 antibody [EPR17882] - BSA and Azide free (AB240295), 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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Product promiseTestedExpectedPredictedNot recommended
WBICC/IFIHC-P
Human
Expected
Tested
Expected
Mouse
Expected
Expected
Tested
Rat
Expected
Predicted
Predicted

Expected
Expected

Species
Mouse
Dilution info
-
Notes

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

Species
Rat
Dilution info
-
Notes

-

Species
Human
Dilution info
-
Notes

-

Tested
Tested

Species
Human
Dilution info
-
Notes

-

Expected
Expected

Species
Mouse
Dilution info
Use at an assay dependent concentration.
Notes

-

Predicted
Predicted

Species
Rat
Dilution info
-
Notes

-

Tested
Tested

Species
Mouse
Dilution info
-
Notes

Tested in mouse and rat.

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

Expected
Expected

Species
Human
Dilution info
Use at an assay dependent concentration.
Notes

-

Predicted
Predicted

Species
Rat
Dilution info
-
Notes

-

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Target data

Function

Involved in corneal epithelium organization, integrity and corneal keratin expression.

Alternative names

Cytokeratin-12, Keratin-12, CK-12, K12, KRT12

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Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal K1C12 antibody. Carrier free. Suitable for WB, ICC/IF, IHC-P and reacts with Mouse, Rat, 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
EPR17882
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

ab240295 is the carrier-free version of Anti-Keratin 12/K12 antibody [EPR17882] ab185627.

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

Keratin 12 (K12) also called keratin or keratin 1.12 is a type I cytokeratin protein with a mass of approximately 52 kDa. K12 is specifically expressed in the corneal epithelium an important part of the eye's outer structure. This expression is restricted making K12 a marker for corneal epithelial cells. Anti-keratin antibodies can help identify and visualize this protein in cytology studies.

Biological function summary

Keratin 12 is essential in maintaining the structural integrity and mechanical resilience of corneal epithelial cells. It forms part of the intermediate filament complex with other keratins providing a framework essential in cell stability and protection. The complex strengthens cell adhesion and maintains the corneal epithelium's hydration status enabling clear vision.

Pathways

The formation and maintenance of the corneal epithelium involve Keratin 12 in particular cellular signaling pathways. The protein takes part in the intermediate filament pathway interacting with proteins like Keratin 3. These interactions support the proper assembly and function of the cytoskeletal structure essential for cell shape and resilience significantly impacting corneal wound healing processes.

Associated diseases and disorders

Keratin 12 mutations can lead to Meesmann corneal dystrophy which affects vision. This condition involves aberrant keratin filament assembly compromising corneal integrity. Keratin 3 often partners with K12 in maintaining corneal coherence and mutations affecting either protein can contribute to the disorder highlighting their interconnected roles in corneal health.

Product promise

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