Bcl-2 Antibody

SKU: orb2637526

Description

This antibody recognizes a protein of 25-26kDa, identified as the Bcl-2 alpha oncoprotein. It shows no cross-reaction with Bcl-x or Bax protein. Expression of Bcl-2 alpha oncoprotein inhibits the programmed cell death (apoptosis). In most follicular lymphomas, neoplastic germinal centers express high levels of Bcl-2 alpha protein, whereas the normal or hyperplastic germinal centers are negative. Consequently, this antibody is valuable when distinguishing between reactive and neoplastic follicular proliferation in lymph node biopsies. It may also be used in distinguishing between those follicular lymphomas that express Bcl-2 protein and the small number in which the neoplastic cells are Bcl-2 negative.

Images & Validation

• Tested Applications: FACS, IF, IHC-P, WB
• Dilution Range: Flow cytometry: 1-2ug/million cells,Immunofluorescence: 1-2ug/ml,Western blot: 0.5-1ug/ml,Immunohistochemistry (FFPE): 0.5-1ug/ml for 30 min at RT
• Reactivity: Human
• Application Notes:
  The concentration stated for each application is a general starting point. Variations in protocols, secondaries and substrates may require the antibody to be titered up or down for optimal performance.1. Staining of formalin-fixed tissues is enhanced by boiling tissue sections in 1mM EDTA Buffer, pH 7.5-8.5, for 10-20 min followed by cooling at RT for 20 minutes.2. The prediluted format is supplied in a dropper bottle and is optimized for use in IHC. After epitope retrieval step (if required), drip mAb solution onto the tissue section and incubate at RT for 30 min.

Key Properties

• Antibody Type: Primary Antibody
• Host: Mouse
• Clonality: Monoclonal
• Isotype: Mouse IgG1, kappa
• Clone No.: 124
• Immunogen: A synthetic peptide, aa 41-54 (GAAPAPGIFSSQPG-Cys) of human Bcl-2 protein was used as the immunogen for this antibody.
• Purity: Protein G affinity chromatography
• Conjugation: Unconjugated

Storage & Handling

• Storage: Maintain refrigerated at 2-8°C for up to 2 weeks. For long term storage store at -20°C in small aliquots to prevent freeze-thaw cycles.
• Buffer/Preservatives: 0.2 mg/ml in 1X PBS with 0.1 mg/ml rAlbumin (US sourced) and 0.05% sodium azide
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.
• Hazard Information: This Bcl-2 antibody is available for research use only.
• Disclaimer: For research use only

IHC testing of human non-Hodgkin's lymphoma stained with Bcl-2 antibody (124). Note nuclear membrane & cytoplasmic staining.

Western blot testing of human samples using Bcl-2 antibody (124).

FACS staining (intracellular) of Jurkat cells using Bcl-2 antibody (clone 124, red) and isotype control antibody (green).

Western blot testing of human MCF7 cell lysate with Bcl-2 antibody (clone 124).

SDS-PAGE analysis of purified, BSA-free Bcl-2 antibody (clone 124) as confirmation of integrity and purity.

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NCBI Gene ID

596