MCA1108EL recognises a non polymorphic epitope on the mouse CD8 alpha chain. Antibodies produced by clone YTS105.18 have been reported to block MHC I dependent T-cell responsesin vitroandin vivo, and induce transplantation tolerance in combination with CD4 antibodies.
Fusion Partners
Spleen cells from an immunised DA rat were fused with cells of the rat Y3/Ag1.2.3. myeloma cell line.
Storage
Store at -20oC only.
This product should be stored undiluted.
Storage in frost-free freezers is not recommended. Avoid repeated freezing and thawing as this may denature the antibody. Should this product contain a precipitate we recommend microcentrifugation before use.
Shelf Life
18 months from date of despatch.
Application
This product has been reported to work in the following applications. This information is derived from testing within our laboratories, peer-reviewed publications or personal communications from the originators. Please refer to references indicated for further information. For general protocol recommendations, please visitwww.abdserotec.com/protocols.
Application Name
Yes
No
Not Determined
Suggested Dilution
ELISA
Flow Cytometry
1/50 - 1/100
Immunofluorescence
Immunohistology - Frozen
Immunohistology - Paraffin
Immunoprecipitation
Western Blotting
Where this antibody has not been tested for use in a particular technique this does not necessarily exclude its use in such procedures. Suggested working dilutions are given as a guide only. It is recommended that the user titrates the antibody for use in their own system using appropriate negative/positive controls.
Flow Cytometry
Use 10ul of the suggested working dilution to label 106cells in 100ul.