AB189080

Anti-Somatostatin Receptor 2 antibody - Cytoplasmic domain

Name: Anti-Somatostatin Receptor 2 antibody - Cytoplasmic domain (ab189080) | Abcam
Brand: Abcam Limited
SKU: AB189080

Be the first to review this product! Submit a review

(1 Publication)

Rabbit Polyclonal Somatostatin Receptor 2 antibody. Cytoplasmic domain. Suitable for IHC-P and reacts with Human samples. Cited in 1 publication. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human SSTR2.

View Alternative Names

Somatostatin receptor type 2, SS-2-R, SS2-R, SS2R, SST2, SRIF-1, SSTR2

1 Images

Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Somatostatin Receptor 2 antibody - Cytoplasmic domain (AB189080)

IHC-P

Supplier Data

Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Somatostatin Receptor 2 antibody - Cytoplasmic domain (AB189080)

Immunohistochemical analysis of formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded Human brain tissue labeling Somatostatin Receptor 2 with ab189080 at 10 μg/ml.

Key facts

Host species

Rabbit

Clonality

Polyclonal

Isotype

IgG

Carrier free

Reacts with

Human

Applications

IHC-P

applications

Immunogen

Synthetic Peptide within Human SSTR2. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information.

P30874

Specificity

BLAST analysis of the peptide immunogen showed no homology with other Human proteins.

style

left-column

style

left-column

Reactivity data

{ "title": "Reactivity Data", "filters": { "stats": ["", "Species", "Dilution Info", "Notes"], "tabs": { "all-applications": {"fullname" : "All Applications", "shortname": "All Applications"}, "IHCP" : {"fullname" : "Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections)", "shortname":"IHC-P"} }, "product-promise": { "all": "all", "testedAndGuaranteed": "tested", "guaranteed": "expected", "predicted": "predicted", "notRecommended": "not-recommended" } }, "values": { "Human": { "IHCP-species-checked": "testedAndGuaranteed", "IHCP-species-dilution-info": "10 µg/mL", "IHCP-species-notes": "<p></p> Perform heat-mediated antigen retrieval with citrate buffer pH 6 before commencing with IHC staining protocol." }, "Mouse": { "IHCP-species-checked": "predicted", "IHCP-species-dilution-info": "", "IHCP-species-notes": "" }, "Rat": { "IHCP-species-checked": "predicted", "IHCP-species-dilution-info": "", "IHCP-species-notes": "" }, "Chicken": { "IHCP-species-checked": "predicted", "IHCP-species-dilution-info": "", "IHCP-species-notes": "" }, "Cow": { "IHCP-species-checked": "predicted", "IHCP-species-dilution-info": "", "IHCP-species-notes": "" }, "Dog": { "IHCP-species-checked": "predicted", "IHCP-species-dilution-info": "", "IHCP-species-notes": "" }, "Guinea pig": { "IHCP-species-checked": "predicted", "IHCP-species-dilution-info": "", "IHCP-species-notes": "" }, "Hamster": { "IHCP-species-checked": "predicted", "IHCP-species-dilution-info": "", "IHCP-species-notes": "" }, "Horse": { "IHCP-species-checked": "predicted", "IHCP-species-dilution-info": "", "IHCP-species-notes": "" }, "Monkey": { "IHCP-species-checked": "predicted", "IHCP-species-dilution-info": "", "IHCP-species-notes": "" }, "Pig": { "IHCP-species-checked": "predicted", "IHCP-species-dilution-info": "", "IHCP-species-notes": "" }, "Rabbit": { "IHCP-species-checked": "predicted", "IHCP-species-dilution-info": "", "IHCP-species-notes": "" } } }

style

left-column

style

left-column

Properties and storage information

Form

Liquid

Purification technique

Affinity purification Immunogen

Storage buffer

pH: 7.4 Preservative: 0.1% Sodium azide Constituents: PBS

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

style

left-column

Supplementary information

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

The somatostatin receptor 2 (SSTR2) also known as SS2R serves as a G protein-coupled receptor with a molecular mass of approximately 40-60 kDa. SSTR2 specifically binds somatostatin a peptide hormone that regulates the endocrine system neurotransmission and cell proliferation via interaction with various somatostatin receptors. Scientists find SSTR2 expressed in high levels in the pituitary gland central nervous system gastrointestinal tract and pancreatic cells.

Biological function summary

Somatostatin receptor 2 mediates the inhibitory effects of somatostatin on cell growth and the release of other hormones. It functions as part of the receptor complex modulating intracellular signaling pathways. SSTR2 often interacts closely with other molecules like G proteins to inhibit adenylyl cyclase reducing cyclic AMP (cAMP) levels and influencing diverse cellular responses. The receptor's ability to influence such processes emphasizes its role in maintaining cellular and systemic homeostasis.

Pathways

Somatostatin receptor 2 plays an important role in the inhibitory signaling pathways related to growth hormone regulation and neurotransmitter release. SSTR2 actively participates in the somatostatin signaling pathway intimately interacting with proteins such as adenylate cyclase and phospholipase C. Another important pathway includes the regulation of the MAPK pathway serving to modulate cell proliferation and survival reiterating its regulatory function within endocrine signaling and cellular communication.

Somatostatin receptor 2 demonstrates significant involvement in neuroendocrine tumors and acromegaly. The overexpression of SSTR2 in neuroendocrine tumors provides a valuable target for diagnostic imaging and therapeutic interventions using somatostatin analogs. In acromegaly where excess growth hormone production occurs SSTR2's modulation of growth hormone release becomes important; it often works alongside growth hormone receptors and IGF-1 to limit abnormal growth. Therefore the receptor's targeting offers therapeutic potential and advances disease understanding.

style

left-column

style

left-column

Product protocols

For this product, it's our understanding that no specific protocols are required. You can visit:

Visit the General protocols
Visit the Troubleshooting

style

left-column

Target data

Receptor for somatostatin-14 and -28. This receptor is coupled via pertussis toxin sensitive G proteins to inhibition of adenylyl cyclase. In addition it stimulates phosphotyrosine phosphatase and PLC via pertussis toxin insensitive as well as sensitive G proteins. Inhibits calcium entry by suppressing voltage-dependent calcium channels. Acts as the functionally dominant somatostatin receptor in pancreatic alpha- and beta-cells where it mediates the inhibitory effect of somatostatin-14 on hormone secretion. Inhibits cell growth through enhancement of MAPK1 and MAPK2 phosphorylation and subsequent up-regulation of CDKN1B. Stimulates neuronal migration and axon outgrowth and may participate in neuron development and maturation during brain development. Mediates negative regulation of insulin receptor signaling through PTPN6. Inactivates SSTR3 receptor function following heterodimerization.

See full target information SSTR2

style

left-column

Publications (1)

Recent publications for all applications. Explore the full list and refine your search

International journal of biological sciences 21:17-39 PubMed39744426

2025

Advanced Lung-on-a-Chip Technology: Mimicking the Complex Human Lung Microenvironment.

Applications

Unspecified application

Species

Unspecified reactive species

Eun-Kyung Min,Choon-Mi Lee,Soo-Rim Kim,Jin Woo Lee,Chan Hum Park,Byung-Chul Oh,YunJae Jung,Hwa-Yong Lee

View all publications

style

left-column

style

left-column

style

right-column

Product promise

We are committed to supporting your work with high-quality reagents, and we're here for you every step of the way. In the unlikely event that one of our products does not perform as expected, you're protected by our Product Promise.

For full details, please see our Terms & Conditions

Please note: All products are 'FOR RESEARCH USE ONLY. NOT FOR USE IN DIAGNOSTIC OR THERAPEUTIC PROCEDURES'.

For licensing inquiries, please contact partnerships@abcam.com

Anti-Somatostatin Receptor 2 antibody - Cytoplasmic domain

Immunohistochemistry (Formalin/PFA-fixed paraffin-embedded sections) - Anti-Somatostatin Receptor 2 antibody - Cytoplasmic domain (AB189080)

Key facts

Host species

Clonality

Isotype

Carrier free

Reacts with

Applications

Immunogen

Specificity

Alternative Products

Primary Antibodies

Primary Antibodies

Primary Antibodies

Primary Antibodies

Complementary Products

Primary Antibodies

Primary Antibodies

Primary Antibodies

Secondary Antibodies

Reactivity data

Properties and storage information

Form

Purification technique

Storage buffer

Shipped at conditions

Appropriate short-term storage duration

Appropriate short-term storage conditions

Appropriate long-term storage conditions

Aliquoting information

Storage information

Supplementary information

Biological function summary

Pathways

Product protocols

Target data

Publications (1)

Product promise