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MBD2/3 Antibody (E-8): sc-271521

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  • MBD2/3 Antibody (E-8) is a mouse monoclonal IgG2a κ, cited in 5 publications, provided at 200 µg/ml
  • raised against amino acids 242-291 mapping at the C-terminus of MBD3 of human origin
  • recommended for detection of MBD2 and MBD3 of human origin by WB, IP, IF, IHC(P) and ELISA
  • m-IgG Fc BP-HRP, m-IgG2a BP-HRP and m-IgGκ BP-HRP are the preferred secondary detection reagents for MBD2/3 Antibody (E-8) for WB and IHC(P) applications. These reagents are now offered in bundles with MBD2/3 Antibody (E-8) (see ordering information below).
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MBD2/3 Antibody (E-8) is a mouse monoclonal IgG2a antibody that detects MBD2/3 in human samples through various applications including western blotting (WB), immunoprecipitation (IP), immunofluorescence (IF), immunohistochemistry, and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). MBD2/3 plays a crucial role in the regulation of gene expression by binding to methylated DNA, particularly at methyl-CpG sites, which are pivotal for transcriptional repression. This interaction is essential for maintaining cellular homeostasis and regulating developmental processes, as aberrations in DNA methylation patterns can lead to various diseases, including cancer. MBD2, in particular, is known to form complexes with histone deacetylases, thereby facilitating the repression of transcription in a context-dependent manner. The ability of MBD2/3 to interact with other proteins, such as the transcriptional repressor mSin3A, underscores its importance in chromatin remodeling and gene silencing. Anti-MBD2/3 antibody (E-8) enables researchers to gain insights into the mechanisms of gene regulation and the implications of DNA methylation in health and disease.

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MBD2/3 Antibody (E-8) References:

  1. MBD2/NuRD and MBD3/NuRD, two distinct complexes with different biochemical and functional properties.  |  Le Guezennec, X., et al. 2006. Mol Cell Biol. 26: 843-51. PMID: 16428440
  2. MBD2 and MBD3: elusive functions and mechanisms.  |  Menafra, R. and Stunnenberg, HG. 2014. Front Genet. 5: 428. PMID: 25538734
  3. DNA methylation directs genomic localization of Mbd2 and Mbd3 in embryonic stem cells.  |  Hainer, SJ., et al. 2016. Elife. 5: PMID: 27849519
  4. MBD2 serves as a viable target against pulmonary fibrosis by inhibiting macrophage M2 program.  |  Wang, Y., et al. 2021. Sci Adv. 7: PMID: 33277324
  5. MBD2 facilitates tumor metastasis by mitigating DDB2 expression.  |  Zhang, L., et al. 2023. Cell Death Dis. 14: 303. PMID: 37142578
  6. Dissecting the roles of MBD2 isoforms and domains in regulating NuRD complex function during cellular differentiation.  |  Schmolka, N., et al. 2023. Nat Commun. 14: 3848. PMID: 37385984
  7. MBD2 couples DNA methylation to transposable element silencing during male gametogenesis.  |  Wang, S., et al. 2024. Nat Plants. 10: 13-24. PMID: 38225352
  8. Methyl-CpG binding domain protein 2 (Mbd2) drives breast cancer progression through the modulation of epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition.  |  Mahmood, N., et al. 2024. Exp Mol Med. 56: 959-974. PMID: 38556549
  9. Uncovering the molecular interactions underlying MBD2 and MBD3 phase separation.  |  Maurici, N., et al. 2024. bioRxiv.. PMID: 38746378
  10. MBD2 regulates the progression and chemoresistance of cholangiocarcinoma through interaction with WDR5.  |  Wang, D., et al. 2024. J Exp Clin Cancer Res. 43: 272. PMID: 39350229

Ordering Information

Product NameCatalog #UNITPriceQtyFAVORITES

MBD2/3 Antibody (E-8)

sc-271521
200 µg/ml
$322.00

MBD2/3 Antibody (E-8): m-IgG Fc BP-HRP Bundle

sc-537653
200 µg Ab; 10 µg BP
$361.00

MBD2/3 Antibody (E-8): m-IgGκ BP-HRP Bundle

sc-534987
200 µg Ab; 40 µg BP
$361.00

MBD2/3 Antibody (E-8): m-IgG2a BP-HRP Bundle

sc-548078
200 µg Ab; 10 µg BP
$361.00

Can MBD2/3 (E-8): sc-271521 monoclonal antibody be used to stain formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded (FFPE) tissue sections?

Asked by: AbPolly
Thank you for your question. Yes, MBD2/3 (E-8): sc-271521 has been validated for use in IHC with paraffin-embedded sections. We recommend performing antigen retrieval with sodium citrate buffer (pH 6) and heat. The full protocol can be found here: https://www.scbt.com/scbt/resources/protocols/immunoperoxidase-staining
Answered by: Technical Support
Date published: 2017-02-27
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Rated 5 out of 5 by from Strong band in WB in Jurkat nuclear extractStrong band in WB in Jurkat nuclear extract. -SCBT QC
Date published: 2015-05-23
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Good specificity in WB in HepG2 and HeLaGood specificity in WB in HepG2 and HeLa nuclear extracts. -SCBT QC
Date published: 2015-05-20
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Produced exceptional immunoperoxidase nuclearProduced exceptional immunoperoxidase nuclear staining in formalin fixed, paraffin-embedded human oral mucosa tissue. -SCBT QC
Date published: 2015-01-14
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