Reacts with human integrin beta3 (GPIIIa, vitronectin receptor beta chain). It associates with the IIb-chain (CD41) to form the GpIIb/GpIIIa complex (CD41/CD61).The CD41/CD61 complex appears early in megakaryocyte maturation. The activated CD41/CD61 complex is a receptor for von Willebrand factor, soluble fibrinogen, fibronectin, vitronectin and thrombospondin. It plays a central role in platelet activation and aggregation. The CD51/CD61 is implicated in tumor metastasis and adenoviral infection. The antibody detects platelets in smears of blood and bone marrow, as well as megakaryocytes in frozen sections and cell smears. The antibody is useful for classification of megakaryoblastic leukemia.
Formulation
1 mg/ml in 1X PBS; BSA free, sodium azide free
Host
Rabbit
Immunogen Region
A recombinant human partial protein (amino acids 385-490) was used as the immunogen for this recombinant CD61 antibody.
Isotype
Rabbit IgG
Species Reactivity
Human
Note
Optimal dilution of the antibody should be determined by the researcher.
Format
Purified
Purity
Protein A affinity chromatography
Storage
Store the recombinant CD61 antibody at 2-8oC (with azide) or aliquot and store at -20oC or colder (without azide).