Invitrogen™ Cytokeratin 19 Monoclonal Antibody (BA17), eFluor™ 615, eBioscience™

Catalog No.	Quantity
50-113-0720	100 μg

Catalog No. 50-113-0720 Supplier Invitrogen™ Supplier No. 42989882

Description

Mouse Monoclonal Antibody

This BA17 monoclonal antibody reacts with human cytokeratin 19 (CK19), a 44-kDa type I (acidic) intermediate filament protein that lacks the non-alpha-helical tail domain present in other keratins. Cytokeratins form the intracellular cytoskeletal network that maintains the integrity and stability of cells and tissues. Cytokeratin 19 is expressed in a wide variety of simple and stratified epithelial tissue. Moreover, cytokeratin 19 expression can be induced by vitamin A, SV40 transformation, and cancer. A soluble form of cytokeratin 19 generated by caspase 3 cleavage has also been found to be secreted by cancer cells, thus possibly indicating tumor metastasis. Cytokeratin 19 often exists as a heterodimer with cytokeratin 7, a type II keratin. Applications Reported: This BA17 antibody has been reported for use in immunocytochemical and immunohistochemical staining of formalin-fixed paraffin embedded (FFPE) tissue. Applications Tested: This BA17 antibody has been tested by immunocytochemistry (ICC) on fixed and permeabilized MCF7 cells at less than or equal to 10 μg/mL. It is recommended that this antibody be carefully titrated for optimal performance in the assay of interest. This product has not been validated for flow cytometric analysis. Filter Recommendation: When using this eFluor 615 antibody conjugate, we recommend a filter that will capture the 615 emission wavelength (for example, Excitation 560/55, 585LP, Emission 645/75). A standard Alexa Fluo...

Cytokeratin 19 is part of a subfamily of intermediate filament proteins and are characterized by a remarkable biochemical diversity, represented in human epithelial tissues by at least 20 different polypeptides. Cytokeratins range in molecular weight from 40-68 kDa and isoelectric pH between 4.9 - 7.8. The individual human cytokeratins are numbered 1 to 20. The various epithelia in the human body usually express cytokeratins which are not only characteristic of the type of epithelium, but also related to the degree of maturation or differentiation within an epithelium. Cytokeratin subtype expression patterns are used to an increasing extent in the distinction of different types of epithelial malignancies. The cytokeratin antibodies are not only of assistance in the differential diagnosis of tumors using immunohistochemistry on tissue sections, but are also a useful tool in cytopathology and flow cytometric assays. For example, cytokeratin 19 is not expressed in hepatocytes, therefore, it is useful in the identification of liver metastasis.

Specifications

• Antigen: Cytokeratin 19
• Applications: Immunohistochemistry (Paraffin), Immunocytochemistry
• Classification: Monoclonal
• Clone: BA17
• Concentration: 0.2 mg/mL
• Conjugate: eFluor 615
• Formulation: PBS with 0.09% sodium azide; pH 7.2
• Gene: KRT19
• Gene Accession No.: P08727
• Gene Alias: 40-kDa keratin intermediate filament; AI663979; C K1CS; CK 19; CK19; CK-19; cytokeratin 19; cytokeratin-19; EndoC; K19; K1CS; Ka19; keratin 19; keratin 19, type I; keratin complex 1, acidic, gene 19; keratin, type I cytoskeletal 19; keratin, type I, 40-kd; keratin-19; Krt-1.19; Krt1-19; Krt19; LOC100344434; MGC15366; Type I keratin Ka19
• Gene Symbols: KRT19
• Host Species: Mouse
• Purification Method: Affinity chromatography
• Quantity: 100 μg
• Regulatory Status: RUO
• Primary or Secondary: Primary
• Gene ID (Entrez): 3880
• 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.

Are the eFluor Organic Dyes photo-labile?

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