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Rabbit Polyclonal MMP2 antibody. Suitable for IHC-P, WB, ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 8 publications.

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Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-MMP2 antibody (AB235167), expandable thumbnail
  • Immunocytochemistry/ Immunofluorescence - Anti-MMP2 antibody (AB235167), expandable thumbnail
  • Western blot - Anti-MMP2 antibody (AB235167), expandable thumbnail
  • Immunocytochemistry/ Immunofluorescence - Anti-MMP2 antibody (AB235167), expandable thumbnail

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Key facts

Isotype

IgG

Host species

Rabbit

Storage buffer

Preservative: 0.01% Sodium azide
Constituents: PBS

Form

Liquid

Clonality

Polyclonal

Immunogen

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

Reactivity data

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Species

Human

Dilution info

1/100

Notes

Perform heat-mediated antigen retrieval with citrate buffer pH 6 before commencing with IHC staining protocol.

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Species

Mouse, Rat, Rabbit, Cow

Dilution info

-

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Species

Human

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1/1000

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-

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Mouse, Rat, Rabbit, Cow

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-

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Tested

Species

Human

Dilution info

15 µg/mL

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Mouse, Rat, Rabbit, Cow

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Function

Ubiquitinous metalloproteinase that is involved in diverse functions such as remodeling of the vasculature, angiogenesis, tissue repair, tumor invasion, inflammation, and atherosclerotic plaque rupture. As well as degrading extracellular matrix proteins, can also act on several nonmatrix proteins such as big endothelial 1 and beta-type CGRP promoting vasoconstriction. Also cleaves KISS at a Gly-|-Leu bond. Appears to have a role in myocardial cell death pathways. Contributes to myocardial oxidative stress by regulating the activity of GSK3beta. Cleaves GSK3beta in vitro. Involved in the formation of the fibrovascular tissues in association with MMP14.PEX, the C-terminal non-catalytic fragment of MMP2, possesses anti-angiogenic and anti-tumor properties and inhibits cell migration and cell adhesion to FGF2 and vitronectin. Ligand for integrinv/beta3 on the surface of blood vessels.Isoform 2Mediates the proteolysis of CHUK/IKKA and initiates a primary innate immune response by inducing mitochondrial-nuclear stress signaling with activation of the pro-inflammatory NF-kappaB, NFAT and IRF transcriptional pathways.

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Rabbit Polyclonal MMP2 antibody. Suitable for IHC-P, WB, ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 8 publications.

Key facts

Isotype

IgG

Form

Liquid

Clonality

Polyclonal

Immunogen
  • The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.
Purification technique

Affinity purification

Concentration
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Storage

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

Notes

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Supplementary info

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

Activity summary

The MMP-2 protein also known as matrix metalloproteinase-2 or gelatinase A is an enzyme involved in the breakdown of extracellular matrix components. It plays a critical role in tissue remodeling and cell migration. Comprised of a molecular weight of approximately 72 kDa this metalloproteinase is secreted as an inactive proenzyme that requires activation. MMP2 is expressed in various tissues including the brain heart and blood vessels where it contributes to normal physiological processes and pathological conditions.

Biological function summary

Matrix metalloproteinase-2 is mainly involved in the degradation of type IV and V collagens gelatin and fibronectin. As part of the metalloproteinase family it works alongside other MMPs to maintain tissue homeostasis and repair. MMP-2 forms part of a complex network that ensures the timely degradation of matrix components balancing synthesis and breakdown. It remains regulated by tissue inhibitors of metalloproteinases (TIMPs) preventing excessive degradation that could lead to tissue damage.

Pathways

MMP-2 plays a significant role within the extracellular matrix (ECM) remodeling and angiogenesis pathways. It interacts with various proteins including integrins and TIMP-2 to modulate cellular behaviors such as migration and invasion. MMP-2 contributes to processes like wound healing and embryonic development through its involvement in ECM degradation and new tissue formation.

Associated diseases and disorders

Matrix metalloproteinase-2 is linked to cancer progression and cardiovascular diseases. In cancer abnormal MMP-2 activity facilitates tumor invasion and metastasis by breaking down matrix barriers. Increased MMP-2 expression associates with poor prognosis in cancers like breast and prostate. In cardiovascular diseases such as atherosclerosis it contributes to plaque destabilization and vascular remodeling. The imbalance in MMP-2 activity and its regulation by proteins like TIMP-1 are involved in the pathology of these disorders.

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4 product images

  • Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-MMP2 antibody (ab235167), expandable thumbnail

    Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-MMP2 antibody (ab235167)

    Immunohistochemical analysis of paraffin-embedded human metastic breast carcinoma tissue in lymph node tissue labeling MMP2 with ab235167 at 1/100 dilution (30 minutes at RT), followed by a ready to use Goat anti-Rabbit polyclonal IgG (HRP) (8 minutes at RT). Counterstained with hematoxylin.

    Perform heat mediated antigen retrieval using citrate buffer for 20 minutes.

  • Immunocytochemistry/ Immunofluorescence - Anti-MMP2 antibody (ab235167), expandable thumbnail

    Immunocytochemistry/ Immunofluorescence - Anti-MMP2 antibody (ab235167)

    Immunofluorescent analysis of 4% PFA-fixed, 0.3% Triton X-100 permeabilized HepG2 (Human liver hepatocellular carcinoma cell line) cells labeling MMP2 with ab235167 at 15 μg/ml (Overnight at 4°C), followed by a Donkey anti-Rabbit IgG DyLight™488 conjugated preadsorbed secondary antibody at 15 μg/ml (1 hour at RT) (green).
    Panel A: DAPI.
    Panel B: ab235167 + secondary antibody.
    Panel C: Merge of panel A and B.
    Panel D: Secondary only control.

  • Western blot - Anti-MMP2 antibody (ab235167), expandable thumbnail

    Western blot - Anti-MMP2 antibody (ab235167)

    Blocking/Dilution buffer: 5% BLOTTO.

    All lanes: Western blot - Anti-MMP2 antibody (ab235167) at 1/1000 dilution

    Lane 1: MMP2 HEK-293 (human epithelial cell line from embryonic kidney) over-expressing lysate

    Lane 2: HEK-293 (empty vector) lysate

    Secondary

    All lanes: Pre-adsorbed goat anti-rabbit IgG (H&L) conjugated to HRP at 1/70000 dilution

    Predicted band size: 73 kDa

    Observed band size: 75 kDa

    Exposure time: 3s

  • Immunocytochemistry/ Immunofluorescence - Anti-MMP2 antibody (ab235167), expandable thumbnail

    Immunocytochemistry/ Immunofluorescence - Anti-MMP2 antibody (ab235167)

    Immunofluorescent analysis of 4% PFA-fixed, 0.3% Triton X-100 permeabilized U87MG (Human glioblastoma-astrocytoma epithelial cell line) cells labeling MMP2 with ab235167 at 15 μg/ml (Overnight at 4°C), followed by a Donkey anti-Rabbit IgG DyLight™488 conjugated preadsorbed secondary antibody at 5 μg/ml (1 hour at RT) (green).
    Panel A: DAPI.
    Panel B: ab235167 + secondary antibody.
    Panel C: Merge of panel A and B.

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