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Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal OTX2 antibody. Suitable for WB, Flow Cyt (Intra), ICC/IF and reacts with Human, Mouse, Rat samples. Cited in 1 publication.

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Western blot - Anti-Otx2 antibody [EPR3348] (AB92326), expandable thumbnail
  • Western blot - Anti-Otx2 antibody [EPR3348] (AB92326), expandable thumbnail
  • Western blot - Anti-Otx2 antibody [EPR3348] (AB92326), expandable thumbnail
  • Western blot - Anti-Otx2 antibody [EPR3348] (AB92326), expandable thumbnail
  • Flow Cytometry (Intracellular) - Anti-Otx2 antibody [EPR3348] (AB92326), expandable thumbnail

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Key facts

Isotype
IgG
Host species
Rabbit
Storage buffer

pH: 7.2 - 7.4
Preservative: 0.01% Sodium azide
Constituents: 59% PBS, 40% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 0.05% BSA

Form
Liquid
Clonality
Monoclonal

Immunogen

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

Reactivity data

Select an application
Product promiseTestedExpectedPredictedNot recommended
WBIHC-PFlow Cyt (Intra)ICC/IFIHC-Fr
Human
Tested
Not recommended
Tested
Tested
Not recommended
Mouse
Tested
Not recommended
Expected
Expected
Not recommended
Rat
Tested
Not recommended
Expected
Expected
Not recommended

Tested
Tested

Species
Human
Dilution info
1/1000 - 1/10000
Notes

-

Species
Mouse
Dilution info
1/1000 - 1/10000
Notes

-

Species
Rat
Dilution info
1/1000 - 1/10000
Notes

-

Not recommended
Not recommended

Species
Human, Mouse, Rat
Dilution info
-
Notes

-

Tested
Tested

Species
Human
Dilution info
1/5000
Notes

-

Expected
Expected

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

-

Tested
Tested

Species
Human
Dilution info
1/500
Notes

-

Expected
Expected

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

-

Not recommended
Not recommended

Species
Mouse, Rat, Human
Dilution info
-
Notes

-

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Target data

Function

Transcription factor probably involved in the development of the brain and the sense organs. Can bind to the bicoid/BCD target sequence (BTS): 5'-TCTAATCCC-3'.

Alternative names

Homeobox protein OTX2, Orthodenticle homolog 2, OTX2

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Rabbit Recombinant Monoclonal OTX2 antibody. Suitable for WB, Flow Cyt (Intra), ICC/IF and reacts with Human, Mouse, Rat samples. Cited in 1 publication.

Key facts

Isotype
IgG
Form
Liquid
Clonality
Monoclonal
Immunogen
  • The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.
Clone number
EPR3348
Purification technique
Affinity purification Protein A
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
Stable for 12 months at -20°C

Notes

Species reactivity
Mouse, Rat: We have preliminary internal testing data to indicate this antibody may not react with these species.
Please contact us for more information.

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.

Supplementary info

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

Otx2 also known as Orthodenticle homeobox 2 is a transcription factor involved in the regulation of gene expression. With a mass of approximately 34 kDa it expresses mainly in the brain and eyes during embryonic development. Otx2 plays a central role in early patterning of the head and is essential for the development of structures such as the brain and retina. During adulthood its expression continues although in a more restricted manner within specific regions of the brain.

Biological function summary

Otx2 regulates the expression of genes necessary for cell differentiation and organ development. It functions as part of transcriptional complexes that control specific patterns of development in the central nervous system. This protein helps in maintaining the regional identity of cells ensuring the proper formation and function of neural tissues. By influencing key developmental processes Otx2 shapes the intricate architecture of the brain and contributes to its complexity.

Pathways

Otx2 integrates into the Wnt signaling and Hedgehog pathways which are critical for early embryonic development. It interacts with proteins such as Pax6 and En1 within these pathways to modulate developmental signals and maintain proper cellular functions. Through precise regulation of these pathways Otx2 ensures coordinated developmental processes that establish proper tissue and organ formation.

Associated diseases and disorders

Otx2 plays an important role in certain developmental eye disorders and brain structural defects. Mutations or malfunctions in Otx2 expression can lead to conditions such as anophthalmia or microphthalmia and pituitary gland abnormalities. Otx2's interplay with proteins like Pax6 is significant in these disorders as disruptions in their functions can result in profound developmental consequences highlighting the importance of Otx2 in ocular and neurological health.

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6 product images

  • Western blot - Anti-Otx2 antibody [EPR3348] (ab92326), expandable thumbnail

    Western blot - Anti-Otx2 antibody [EPR3348] (ab92326)

    Blocking buffer: 5% NFDM/TBST
    Dilution buffer: 5% NFDM/TBST

    All lanes: Western blot - Anti-Otx2 antibody [EPR3348] (ab92326) at 1/1000 dilution

    All lanes: Y79 cell lysate at 10 µg

    Secondary

    All lanes: HRP goat anti-rabbit IgG (H+L) at 1/20000 dilution

    Predicted band size: 32 kDa

    Observed band size: 32 kDa

  • Western blot - Anti-Otx2 antibody [EPR3348] (ab92326), expandable thumbnail

    Western blot - Anti-Otx2 antibody [EPR3348] (ab92326)

    All lanes: Western blot - Anti-Otx2 antibody [EPR3348] (ab92326) at 1/1000 dilution

    All lanes: Y79 cell lysate at 10 µg

    Secondary

    All lanes: HRP labelled goat anti-rabbit IgG at 1/1000 dilution

    Predicted band size: 32 kDa

  • Western blot - Anti-Otx2 antibody [EPR3348] (ab92326), expandable thumbnail

    Western blot - Anti-Otx2 antibody [EPR3348] (ab92326)

    Otx2 Western blot staining using rabbit Anti-Otx2 antibody

    Blocking and diluting buffer and concentration: 5% NFDM/TBST

    Anti-Vinculin antibody [EPR8185] - Loading Control ab129002 was used as a Vinculin loading control at a 1/10000 dilution.

    Negative control: spleen
    The membrane was incubated with ab92326 at 4° overnight.

    All lanes: Western blot - Anti-Otx2 antibody [EPR3348] (ab92326) at 1/1000 dilution

    Lane 1: Mouse retina tissue lysate at 20 µg

    Lane 2: Mouse spleen tissue lysate at 20 µg

    Secondary

    All lanes: Western blot - Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) (Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) ab97051) at 1/20000 dilution

    Observed band size: 36 kDa

    Exposure time: 70s

  • Western blot - Anti-Otx2 antibody [EPR3348] (ab92326), expandable thumbnail

    Western blot - Anti-Otx2 antibody [EPR3348] (ab92326)

    Otx2 Western blot staining using rabbit Anti-Otx2 antibody

    Blocking and diluting buffer and concentration: 5% NFDM/TBST

    Anti-Vinculin antibody [EPR8185] - Loading Control ab129002 was used as a Vinculin loading control at a 1/10000 dilution.

    Negative control: spleen

    All lanes: Western blot - Anti-Otx2 antibody [EPR3348] (ab92326) at 1/1000 dilution

    Lane 1: Rat retina tissue lysate at 20 µg

    Lane 2: Rat spleen tissue lysate at 20 µg

    Secondary

    All lanes: Western blot - Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) (Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (HRP) ab97051) at 1/100000 dilution

    Observed band size: 32 kDa

    Exposure time: 147s

  • Flow Cytometry (Intracellular) - Anti-Otx2 antibody [EPR3348] (ab92326), expandable thumbnail

    Flow Cytometry (Intracellular) - Anti-Otx2 antibody [EPR3348] (ab92326)

    Flow cytometric analysis of 4% paraformaldehyde fixed 0.1% Tween-20l permeabilized HeLa (human cervical adenocarcinoma epithelial cell, Left) / Y79(human retinoblastoma cell, Right) cells labelling Otx2 with ab92326 at 1/1000 dilution (0.01µg) (Red) compared with a Rabbit monoclonal IgG (Rabbit IgG, monoclonal [EPR25A] - Isotype Control ab172730) (Black) isotype control and an unlabelled control (cells without incubation with primary antibody and secondary antibody) (Blue).

    Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG (Alexa Fluor® 488, Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (Alexa Fluor® 488) preadsorbed ab150081) at 1/5000 dilution was used as the secondary antibody.

    Negative control: HeLa (PMID: 12559959).

  • Immunocytochemistry/ Immunofluorescence - Anti-Otx2 antibody [EPR3348] (ab92326), expandable thumbnail

    Immunocytochemistry/ Immunofluorescence - Anti-Otx2 antibody [EPR3348] (ab92326)

    Immunofluorescent analysis of 4% Paraformaldehyde-fixed, 0.1% TritonX-100 permeabilized Y79 (human retinoblastoma cell) cells labelling Otx2 with ab92326 at 1/500 (2.098 µg/ml) dilution, followed by Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (Alexa Fluor® 488) preadsorbed ab150081 Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (Alexa Fluor® 488) preadsorbed antibody at 1/1000 (2 µg/ml) dilution (Green).

    Confocal image showing nuclear staining in Y79 cell line (shown in green). The counterstain was observed in magenta. Nuclear DNA was labeled with DAPI (shown in blue).
    Negative control: HeLa (PMID: 12559959).
    Image was taken with a confocal microscope(Leica-Microsystems, TCS SP8).

    Alexa Fluor® 594 Anti-alpha Tubulin antibody [DM1A] - Microtubule Marker ab195889 Anti-alpha Tubulin mouse monoclonal antibody - Microtubule Marker (Alexa Fluor® 594) was used to counterstain tubulin at 1/200 (2.5 µg/ml) dilution (Magenta).

    Secondary antibody only control: Secondary antibody is Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (Alexa Fluor® 488) preadsorbed ab150081 Goat Anti-Rabbit IgG H&L (Alexa Fluor® 488) preadsorbed at 1/1000 (2 µg/ml) dilution.

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