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AB181253

Anti-OP-2 antibody [EPR13357]

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Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal OP-2 antibody. Suitable for WB, ICC/IF and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 2 publications.

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BMP8, BMP8B, Bone morphogenetic protein 8B, BMP-8, BMP-8B, Osteogenic protein 2, OP-2

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Immunocytochemistry/ Immunofluorescence - Anti-OP-2 antibody [EPR13357] (AB181253)
  • ICC/IF

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Immunocytochemistry/ Immunofluorescence - Anti-OP-2 antibody [EPR13357] (AB181253)

Immunofluorescence analysis of paraformaldehyde-fixed A549 cells labeling OP-2 with ab181253 at a 1/250 dilution. As secondary antibody goat anti rabbit IgG (Alexa Fluor® 488) was used at a 1/200 dilution. In blue DAPI staining.

Western blot - Anti-OP-2 antibody [EPR13357] (AB181253)
  • WB

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Western blot - Anti-OP-2 antibody [EPR13357] (AB181253)

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Western blot - Anti-OP-2 antibody [EPR13357] (ab181253) at 1/1000 dilution

Lane 1:

HeLa cell lysate at 20 µg

Lane 2:

A549 cell lysate at 20 µg

Secondary

All lanes:

goat anti-rabbit IgG, (H+L), peroxidase conjugated at 1/1000 dilution

Predicted band size: 45 kDa

Observed band size: 45 kDa

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  • Carrier free

    Anti-OP-2 antibody [EPR13357] - BSA and Azide free

Key facts

Host species

Rabbit

Clonality

Monoclonal

Clone number

EPR13357

Isotype

IgG

Carrier free

No

Reacts with

Human

Applications

ICC/IF, WB

applications

Immunogen

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

Specificity

This antibody detects dominant ~35kDa extra band in some samples, e.g. WI-38 and SK-OV-3.

Reactivity data

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Product details

Patented technology
Our RabMAb® technology is a patented hybridoma-based technology for making rabbit monoclonal antibodies. For details on our patents, please refer to RabMAb® patents.

What are the advantages of a recombinant monoclonal antibody?
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.

Properties and storage information

Form
Liquid
Purification technique
Affinity purification Protein A
Storage buffer
Preservative: 0.01% Sodium azide Constituents: PBS, 40% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 0.05% BSA
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.

OP-2 also known as "Op protein" or "Anti-Op" is a well-characterized protein with a mass of approximately 45 kDa. This protein is widely expressed in various tissues including the brain liver and spleen. OP-2 has a significant role in several physiological processes through its mechanical functions. As a molecular component it engages in protein interactions that influence cellular communication and signal transduction. Researchers have devoted considerable attention to understanding the complete range of its interactions.
Biological function summary

The protein participates in essential regulatory networks and modulates cellular responses to external stimuli. It often acts as a part of multi-protein complexes that are critical for its function. These complexes facilitate the protein's ability to engage in cell cycle regulation and apoptosis. Additionally OP-2 influences the stability and degradation of certain denatured proteins which emphasizes its role in maintaining cellular homeostasis. The protein's significance extends to acting as a mediator in immune responses.

Pathways

OP-2 plays important roles in both the MAPK/ERK and NF-kB signaling pathways. These pathways are integral to the regulation of cell proliferation differentiation and survival. In the MAPK/ERK pathway OP-2 interacts with a variety of kinases and phosphatases impacting their activity and consequently affecting transcription factors such as c-Myc and Fos. Meanwhile within the NF-kB pathway OP-2 can modulate the activity of IKK-γ which is an important regulatory protein controlling NF-kB activation. Through these interactions OP-2 influences cellular responses to stress and inflammation.

OP-2 shows a strong connection to certain cancers and autoimmune diseases. For instance aberrations in OP-2 function or expression levels have been associated with breast cancer where it affects tumor growth and metastasis. Researchers have also found links between OP-2 and multiple sclerosis a chronic autoimmune condition suggesting its involvement in immune regulation. Other proteins such as TNF-α often intersect with OP-2 in these diseases contributing to disease pathology. Understanding these associations helps in identifying potential therapeutic targets for intervention.

Product protocols

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Target data

Induces cartilage and bone formation. May be the osteoinductive factor responsible for the phenomenon of epithelial osteogenesis. Plays a role in calcium regulation and bone homeostasis (By similarity).
See full target information BMP8B

Publications (2)

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Allergologia et immunopathologia 53:36-44 PubMed40923418

2025

Knockdown of ARHGDIB promotes autophagy and reduces inflammation in LPS-induced alveolar epithelial cells via the PRKACB/NF-κB pathway.

Applications

Unspecified application

Species

Unspecified reactive species

Haizhen Jin,Shuangxia Dong,Zhihui Li,Dai Xinjian

Nutrients 16: PubMed38201894

2024

BMP8B Activates Both SMAD2/3 and NF-κB Signals to Inhibit the Differentiation of 3T3-L1 Preadipocytes into Mature Adipocytes.

Applications

Unspecified application

Species

Unspecified reactive species

Shenjie Zhong,Xueqing Du,Jing Gao,Guangdong Ji,Zhenhui Liu
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