Invitrogen™ CD103 (Integrin alpha E) Monoclonal Antibody (Ber-ACT8), PerCP-eFluor™ 710, eBioscience™, Invitrogen™

Catalog No.	Quantity
50-112-9424	25 Tests
50-113-0774	100 Tests

Catalog No. 50-112-9424 Supplier Invitrogen™ Supplier No. 46103741

Description

Mouse Monoclonal Antibody

Description: The Ber-ACT8 monoclonal antibody reacts with human CD103, the alpha E integrin. CD103 non-covalently associates with integrin beta7. CD103 is expressed mainly on intraepithelial lymphocytes and a small subset of peripheral lymphocytes. CD103 is also expressed by hairy cell leukemia (HCL) and by some chronic B cell lymphocytic leukemias. In vitro stimulation of human T cells with mitogens induces upregulation of CD103. Epithelial cell antigen (E-cadherin) binds to CD103 and mediates homing of lymphocytes to the intestinal epithelium. Cross-blocking studies suggest that B-Ly7 and Ber-ACT8 see different epitopes. Applications Reported: This Ber-ACT8 antibody has been reported for use in flow cytometric analysis. Applications Tested: This Ber-ACT8 antibody has been pre-titrated and tested by flow cytometric analysis of stimulated normal human peripheral blood cells. This can be used at 5 μL (0.06 μg) per test. A test is defined as the amount (μg) of antibody that will stain a cell sample in a final volume of 100 μL. Cell number should be determined empirically but can range from 10^5 to 10^8 cells/test. PerCP-eFluor™ 710 emits at 710 nm and is excited with the blue laser (488 nm); it can be used in place of PerCP-Cyanine5.5. We recommend using a 710/50 bandpass filter, however, the 695/40 bandpass filter is an acceptable alternative.

CD103, also known as ITGAE or Integrin alpha E, is a molecule that non-covalently associates with integrin beta 7 to form a heterodimeric integral membrane protein. This protein is part of the integrin family, characterized by an alpha chain and a beta chain. Specifically, CD103 includes a 150 kDa alpha chain and a 120 kDa beta chain, with the alpha integrin undergoing post-translational cleavage in the extracellular domain to yield disulfide-linked heavy and light chains. CD103 is primarily expressed on mucosa-associated T lymphocytes, intraepithelial lymphocytes (IELs), and activated cells, as well as a subset of TGF beta-1 cells. It is preferentially found in human intestinal IELs, where it plays a role in adhesion and may serve as an accessory molecule for IEL activation. CD103 binds to epithelial cell antigen E-cadherin, mediating the homing of lymphocytes to the intestinal epithelium. In peripheral blood and lymphoid organs, CD103 is expressed by 0.5 to 2% of resting lymphocytes, and its expression can be upregulated in vitro by stimulating human T cells with mitogens. CD103 is also expressed by hairy cell leukemia (HCL) and some chronic B cell lymphocytic leukemias. The CD103 antibody stains a few bone marrow cells and, rarely, peripheral blood lymphocytes. Diseases associated with CD103 dysfunction include hairy cell leukemia and splenic marginal zone lymphoma.

Specifications

• Antigen: CD103 (Integrin alpha E)
• Applications: Flow Cytometry
• Classification: Monoclonal
• Clone: Ber-ACT8
• Concentration: 5 μL/Test
• Conjugate: PerCP-eFluor 710
• Formulation: PBS with BSA and 0.09% sodium azide; pH 7.2
• Gene: Itgae
• Gene Accession No.: P38570
• Gene Alias: A530055J10; alpha-E1; alpha-M290; aM290; antigen CD103; antigen CD103, human mucosal lymphocyte antigen 1; alpha polypeptide; CD103; DC; DCs; HML-1 antigen; human mucosal lymphocyte antigen 1, alpha polypeptide; HUMINAE; integrin alpha E; integrin alpha E, epithelial-associated; integrin alpha E1, epithelial-associated; integrin alpha M290; Integrin alpha-E; Integrin alpha-E heavy chain; Integrin alpha-E light chain; Integrin alpha-IEL; integrin subunit alpha E; integrin, alpha E; integrin, alpha E (antigen CD103, human mucosal lymphocyte antigen 1; alpha polypeptide); integrin, alpha E, epithelial-associated; Intregrin alpha E2; Itgae; MGC141996; Mucosal lymphocyte 1 antigen
• Gene Symbols: Itgae
• Host Species: Mouse
• Purification Method: Affinity chromatography
• Quantity: 25 Tests
• Regulatory Status: RUO
• Primary or Secondary: Primary
• Gene ID (Entrez): 3682
• Target Species: Human
• Content And Storage: 4°C, store in dark, DO NOT FREEZE!
• Product Type: Antibody
• Form: Liquid
• Isotype: IgG1 κ

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

I am unable to analyze my cells stained with eFluor Organic Dyes today. What options do I have?

Our options will depend on the samples you are analyzing.

If cell viability is not critical, you can store your stained samples at 4 degrees C or on ice overnight in the dark and analyze the following day.

For samples stained with eFluor organic fluorochromes, we recommend that cells be suspended in 100 uL of Flow Cytometry Staining Buffer (Cat. No. 00-4222) and 100 uL of eBioscience IC Fixation Buffer (Cat. No. 00-8222); samples can be incubated for up to 3 days at 4 degrees C in the dark. Alternatively, the 1-step Fix/Lyse Solution (Cat. No. 00-5333) can be used. This is a great option when working with whole blood but also works for other cell types.

Can the eFluor Organic fluorochromes be used for intracellular staining?

Yes, the eFluor Organic fluorochromes can be used for intracellular staining. The eFluor organic fluorochromes maintain bright signal and require minimal changes in compensation when fixed with eBioscience IC Fixation Buffer (Cat. No. 00-8222-49) and Permeabilization Buffer (Cat. No. 00-8333-56) or 1-step Fix/Lyse Solution (Cat. No. 00-5333-54, 00-5333-57) (as compared to live cells).

What buffers are compatible with the eFluor Organic fluorochromes and eVolve QDots?

The eFluor Organic fluorochromes and eVolve QDots can be used with flow staining buffers containing PBS and protein.

What is the difference between eFluor Organic Dyes and eVolve Qdots?

The eFluor Organic Dyes (eFluor 450, APC-eFluor 780, PerCP-eFluor 710, eFluor 710) are conventional fluorochromes. In contrast, the eVolve line of products are Quantum dots.

Are the eFluor Organic Dyes photo-labile?

As with other fluorochromes, we recommend minimal exposure to light to maintain optimal signal.

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