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Ig lambda chain Antibody (Rs4): sc-51638

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  • Ig λ chain Antibody (Rs4) is a mouse monoclonal IgG1 provided at 100 µg/ml
  • raised against λ light chains of human IgG
  • recommended for detection of λ light chains of Ig of human origin by WB, IP and IF
  • At present, we have not yet completed the identification of the preferred secondary detection reagent(s) for Ig λ chain Antibody (Rs4). This work is in progress.
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    Ig λ chain Antibody (Rs4) is a mouse monoclonal IgG1 light chain antibody that detects Ig λ chain in human samples through applications such as western blotting (WB), immunoprecipitation (IP), and immunofluorescence (IF). Ig λ chain plays a crucial role in the immune response by forming part of the immunoglobulin structure, which is essential for recognizing and binding to antigens. Anti-Ig λ chain antibody (Rs4) targets proteins primarily located in the cytoplasm of B cells, where Ig λ chain associates with heavy chains to form functional antibodies. The presence of Ig λ chain is particularly important because this protein allows for the generation of diverse antibody specificities, enabling the immune system to effectively target a wide range of pathogens. Additionally, Ig λ chain expression can influence the overall antibody response, as different light chain isotypes can affect the stability and functionality of the resulting immunoglobulin. Ig λ chain monoclonal antibody (Rs4) serves as an invaluable tool for researchers studying B cell development and the mechanisms of antibody diversity, providing insights into the adaptive immune system′s ability to respond to various challenges.

    For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.

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    Ig lambda chain Antibody (Rs4) References:

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    2. Antibodies directed against a yeast carboxyl-terminal peroxisomal targeting signal specifically recognize peroxisomal proteins from various yeasts.  |  Aitchison, JD., et al. 1992. Yeast. 8: 721-34. PMID: 1279909
    3. Proteomics comparison of the sera from multiple sclerosis patients and neuromyelitis optica patients.  |  Jiang, SF., et al. 2014. Genet Mol Res. 13: 9292-9. PMID: 24615106
    4. Molecular cloning of a bovine immunoglobulin lambda chain cDNA.  |  Ivanov, VN., et al. 1988. Gene. 67: 41-8. PMID: 2843438
    5. Metallomics-based platforms for comparing the human blood serum profiles between bipolar disorder and schizophrenia patients.  |  de Souza Pessôa, G., et al. 2020. Rapid Commun Mass Spectrom. 34 Suppl 3: e8698. PMID: 31837042
    6. Cord Blood Proteomic Biomarkers for Predicting Adverse Neurodevelopmental Outcomes in Monoamniotic Twins.  |  Jung, YM., et al. 2022. Reprod Sci. 29: 1756-1763. PMID: 35165813
    7. Sensitization to avian and fungal proteins in different work environments.  |  Sánchez-Díez, S., et al. 2023. Allergy Asthma Clin Immunol. 19: 96. PMID: 37957771
    8. Complement C3 is downregulated following ranibizumab intervention in experimental central retinal vein occlusion.  |  Cehofski, LJ., et al. 2024. Mol Vis. 30: 268-277. PMID: 39563678
    9. Multiple expression of Ig lambda-chain encoding RNA species in murine plasmacytoma cells.  |  Schwartz, RC., et al. 1981. J Immunol. 126: 2104-8. PMID: 6164720
    10. The human pre-B cell receptor: structural constraints for a tentative model of the pseudo-light (psi L) chain.  |  Guelpa-Fonlupt, V., et al. 1994. Mol Immunol. 31: 1099-108. PMID: 7935499

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    Ig λ chain Antibody (Rs4)

    sc-51638
    100 µg/ml
    $322.00

    I am using Ig λ chain (Rs4): sc-51638 for immunofluorescence, what dilution of this antibody should I use?

    Asked by: Trav11
    Thank you for your question. We recommend a starting dilution of 1:50. However, optimal antibody concentration should be determined by titration. Please find our full immunofluorescence protocol here: https://www.scbt.com/scbt/resources/protocols/immunofluorescence-cell-staining
    Answered by: Technical Support
    Date published: 2017-03-24
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    Rated 4 out of 5 by LR from Strong bulbous signal observed at the expectedStrong bulbous signal observed at the expected molecular weight for Ig chain protein by WB using U266 whole cell lysate.
    Date published: 2015-02-13
    Rated 4 out of 5 by TS from Positive detection of the Ig chain proteinPositive detection of the Ig chain protein by WB using human PBL whole cell lysate. -SCBT QC
    Date published: 2013-02-01
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