Cytokeratin 5 antibody

SKU: orb2276485

Description

Cytokeratin 5 antibody validated for immunohistochemistry on 76 different Normal Tissues

Images & Validation

• Tested Applications: IHC
• Dilution Range: 1:100-1:200
• Reactivity: Human
• Application Notes:
  Positive Control: Tonsil: A moderate to strong cytoplasmic KRT5 staining should be seen in virtually all squamous epithelial cells. Prostate: A strong cytoplasmic staining should be present in the majority of basal cells. Negative Control: Tonsil: Lymphatic cells must not show any KRT5 positivity. Cellular Localization: Cytoplasmic Protocol Recommendations: Manual Protocol: Freshly cut sections should be used (less than 10 days between cutting and staining). Heat-induced antigen retrieval for 5 minutes in an autoclave at 121°C in pH 7.8 Target Retrieval Solution buffer. Apply the antibody at a dilution of 1:150 at 37°C for 60 minutes. Visualization of bound antibody by the EnVision Kit according to the manufacturer’s directions.

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Key Properties

• Host: Mouse
• Clonality: Monoclonal
• Isotype: IgG2a, kappa
• Clone No.: MSVA-605M
• Immunogen: Recombinant fragment (around aa 316-590) of human Cytokeratin 5 (KRT5) protein (exact sequence is proprietary)
• Conjugation: Unconjugated

Storage & Handling

• Storage: Maintain refrigerated at 2-8°C for up to 2 weeks. For long term storage store at -20°C in small aliquots to prevent freeze-thaw cycles.
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.
• Disclaimer: For research use only

Alternative Names

58kDa Cytokeratin; CK5; Cytokeratin-5; DDD1; Epidermolysis Bullosa Simplex 2 (EBS2); Keratin 5; Keratin, Type II Cytoskeletal 5; Keratin-5; KRT5; Type-II Cytoskeletal 5; Type-II keratin Kb5

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UniProt

P13647