


Elastin Antibody (B-10) is a mouse monoclonal IgG1 antibody that detects elastin in human samples through applications such as western blotting (WB), immunoprecipitation (IP), immunofluorescence (IF), and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). Elastin plays a crucial role in maintaining the elasticity and resilience of connective tissues, particularly in the extracellular matrix of arteries, where elastin regulates smooth muscle proliferation and stabilizes arterial structure during development. The unique structure of elastin, characterized by a high content of glycine, proline, and hydrophobic residues, along with distinctive lysine-derived crosslinks, such as desmosines, allows elastin to form a rubber-like network that is essential for the proper functioning of tissues that undergo stretching and recoil. As individuals age, the cross-linking of collagen fibers with elastin can lead to a decrease in tissue elasticity, contributing to various age-related disorders. Furthermore, deficiencies in elastin are linked to serious conditions such as supravalvular aortic stenosis and Williams-Beuren syndrome, highlighting the importance of elastin in vascular health and development. The human elastin gene is located on chromosome 7q11.23, underscoring its genetic significance in health and disease. Anti-elastin antibody (B-10) is an invaluable tool for researchers studying the dynamics of elastin in various biological contexts.
Ordering Information
| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
elastin Antibody (B-10) | sc-166352 | 200 µg/ml | $322.00 | |||
elastin Antibody (B-10): m-IgG Fc BP-HRP Bundle | sc-537477 | 200 µg Ab; 10 µg BP | $361.00 | |||
elastin Antibody (B-10): m-IgGκ BP-HRP Bundle | sc-534756 | 200 µg Ab; 40 µg BP | $361.00 | |||
elastin Antibody (B-10): m-IgG1 BP-HRP Bundle | sc-545199 | 200 µg Ab; 20 µg BP | $361.00 |