ITGB7 (Integrin B7, Integrin beta-7, Gut Homing Receptor beta Subunit) (APC)

Integrin B7 is a 130kD glycoprotein, also known as integin Bp. It is a member of the Ig superfamily. In association with integrin a4 or aE chain, B7 forms a4/B7 or aE/B7 heterodimer. a4/B7 (CD49d/B7, LPAM-1) is expressed on majority of peripheral lymphocytes, small subsets of thymocytes and bone marrow progenitors. LPAM-1 binds to several ligands, VCAM-1, MAdCAM-1 and fibronectin, and is involved in lymphocyte adhesion, some hematopoietic progenitor cells migration. aE/B7 (CD103/B7,aIEL/B7) is expressed on intestinal intraepithelial lymphocytes (IEL), dendritic epidermal T cells, T regulatory cells, a subset of CD8+ T cells in lymph nodes and lamina propria. CD103/B7 complex is thought to play a role in lymphocyte retention via interaction with its lignd E-Cadherin.

This antibody has been reported to react with mouse and human B7 integrin and to block B7 integrin-mediated cell adhesion in in vitro and in vivo studies.

Applications:
Suitable for use in Flow Cytometry. Other applications not tested.

Recommended Dilution:
Flow Cytometry: 5ul/10e6 cells in 100ul
Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.

Storage and Stability:
Store product at 4°C in the dark. DO NOT FREEZE! Stable at 4°C for 12 months after receipt as an undiluted liquid. Dilute required amount only prior to immediate use. Further dilutions can be made in assay buffer. Caution: APC conjugates are sensitive to light. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.