C163A Rabbit Polyclonal Antibody

It is uncertain whether Met-1 or Met-6 is the initiator.|disease:The soluble form (sCD163) in plasma is a novel parameter in diseases affecting macrophage function and monocyte/macrophage load in the body. The concentration of sCD163 is probably reflecting the number of macrophages of the 'alternative macrophage activation' phenotype with a high CD163 expression playing a major role in dampening the inflammatory response and scavenging components of damaged cells. This has initiated a number of clinical studies for evaluation of sCD163 as a disease marker in inflammatory conditions e.g. infection| autoimmune disease| transplantation| atherosclerosis and cancer.|The SRCR domain 3 mediates calcium-sensitive interaction with hemoglobin/haptoglobin complexes.|Acute phase-regulated receptor involved in clearance and endocytosis of hemoglobin/haptoglobin complexes by macrophages and may thereby protect tissues from free hemoglobin-mediated oxidative damage. May play a role in the uptake and recycling of iron| via endocytosis of hemoglobin/haptoglobin and subsequent breakdown of heme. Binds hemoglobin/haptoglobin complexes in a calcium-dependent and pH-dependent manner. Exhibits a higher affinity for complexes of hemoglobin and multimeric haptoglobin of HP*1F phenotype than for complexes of hemoglobin and dimeric haptoglobin of HP*1S phenotype. Induces a cascade of intracellular signals that involves tyrosine kinase-dependent calcium mobilization| inositol triphosphate production and secretion of IL6 and CSF1. Isoform 3 exhibits the higher capacity for ligand endocytosis and the more pronounced surface expression when expressed in cells.|After shedding| the soluble form (sCD163) may play an anti-inflammatory role| and may be a valuable diagnostic parameter for monitoring macrophage activation in inflammatory conditions.|induction:Induced by anti-inflammatory mediators such as glucocorticoids| IL6 and IL10; suppressed by proinflammatory mediators like lipopolysaccharide (LPS)| Interferon gamma/IFNG| and tumor necrosis factor alpha.|miscellaneous:Intravenous lipopolysaccharide (LPS) produces a rapid rise of sCD163 in plasma of patient as it induces metalloproteinase-mediated shedding from monocytes surface. Long-term LPS infusion finally increases expression of the membrane-bound form on circulating monocytes.|PTM:A soluble form (sCD163) is produced by proteolytic shedding which can be induced by lipopolysaccharide| phorbol ester and Fc region of immunoglobulin gamma. This cleavage is dependent on protein kinase C and tyrosine kinases and can be blocked by protease inhibitors. The shedding is inhibited by the tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinase TIMP3| and thus probably induced by membrane-bound metalloproteinases ADAMs.|PTM:Phosphorylated.|Contains 9 SRCR domains.|subcellular location:Isoform 1 and isoform 2 show a lower surface expression when expressed in cells.|subunit:Interacts with CSNK2B.|tissue specificity:Expressed in monocytes and mature macrophages such as Kupffer cells in the liver| red pulp macrophages in the spleen| cortical macrophages in the thymus| resident bone marrow macrophages and meningeal macrophages of the central nervous system. Expressed also in blood. Isoform 1 is the lowest abundant in the blood. Isoform 2 is the lowest abundant in the liver and the spleen. Isoform 3 is the predominant isoform detected in the blood.|

The C163A Rabbit Polyclonal Antibody is a highly specific and reliable tool for the detection and analysis of target proteins in various biological samples. This antibody is produced using high-quality rabbit immunoglobulins, ensuring exceptional sensitivity and specificity in immunohistochemistry (IHC), immunofluorescence (IF), and Western blotting applications.

The C163A Rabbit Polyclonal Antibody exhibits a strong affinity towards its target protein, enabling accurate and precise identification and quantification. Its exceptional specificity minimizes the risk of cross-reactivity with non-target proteins, ensuring reliable and reproducible results.

This antibody is designed to provide consistent and robust performance across a wide range of experimental conditions. Its high sensitivity allows for the detection of low-abundance target proteins, making it an ideal choice for research involving limited sample quantities.

The C163A Rabbit Polyclonal Antibody is supplied as a liquid formulation, ready for immediate use. It is provided in a convenient size, ensuring cost-effectiveness and minimizing waste. Each batch of this antibody undergoes rigorous quality control testing to guarantee optimal performance and reliability.

In summary, the C163A Rabbit Polyclonal Antibody is a valuable tool for researchers in the field of life sciences. Its exceptional sensitivity, specificity, and reliability make it an indispensable asset for the accurate detection and analysis of target proteins in various experimental settings.