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Vitronectin 75 Antibody (A18) is a mouse monoclonal IgG1 antibody that detects Vitronectin in bovine and equine species through immunofluorescence (IF) applications. Vitronectin is a crucial extracellular matrix glycoprotein that plays a significant role in cell adhesion, motility, and wound healing, making Vitronectin essential for tissue repair and regeneration. Vitronectin is primarily located in the extracellular matrix and plasma, where Vitronectin interacts with various cell types to facilitate adhesion and migration. The presence of the RGD (Arg-Gly-Asp) sequence within Vitronectin is particularly important, as this sequence is a key motif recognized by integrins, which are vital for cell attachment to the extracellular matrix. Increased expression of Vitronectin has been observed in migrating cells during wound healing, highlighting Vitronectin′s role in promoting smooth muscle cell migration. Additionally, Vitronectin′s interaction with plasminogen activators and binding affinity to PAI-1 (Plasminogen Activator Inhibitor-1) can influence cell migration dynamics, as PAI-1 can inhibit this process when bound to Vitronectin. Understanding Vitronectin′s function and interactions is critical for elucidating Vitronectin′s role in various physiological and pathological processes, including tissue repair and cancer metastasis.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
Vitronectin 75 Antibody (A18) | sc-80558 | 100 µg/ml | $322.00 |