Invitrogen™ MerTK Monoclonal Antibody (DS5MMER), PerCP-eFluor™ 710, eBioscience™, Invitrogen™

Catalog No.	Quantity
46575180	25 μg
46575182	100 μg

Catalog No. 46575180 Supplier Invitrogen™ Supplier No. 46575180

Description

Rat Monoclonal Antibody

Description: This DS5MMER monoclonal antibody recognizes mouse MerTK, a 170-210 kDa member of the TAM family of tyrosine kinase receptors that also includes Axl and Tyro3. MerTK is expressed on tissue macrophages and is involved in the removal of apoptotic cells. This process relies on two soluble ligands of MerTK, Protein S and Gas6 that bind to phosphatidylserine found on the outer leaflet of the plasma membrane of cells undergoing apoptosis. Upon binding these ligands, MerTK undergoes autophosphorylation at multiple tyrosine residues that activate the PI3K and Akt pathways. This results in the phagocytosis of apoptotic cells and also results in the direct inhibition of TLR-induced production of pro-inflammatory cytokines. In addition, MerTK may function as a putative entry receptor for filoviruses. Deficiency of MerTK causes general autoimmunity, inflammation and accumulation of apoptotic bodies. MerTK is constitutively released from the cell surface by metalloproteinases and thus is present in the serum and culture medium. This process can be enhanced by stimulation with LPS. MerTK can be used to help discriminate macrophages from dendritic cells. MerTK is often expressed on maligt cells and may be implicated in immune evasion. The DS5MMER antibody will work on paraformaldehyde-fixed cells. Applications Reported: This DS5MMER antibody has been reported for use in flow cytometric analysis.

MERTK (cMER) is a tyrosine kinase proto-oncogene and is involved in the retinal pigment epithelium (RPE) phagocytosis pathway, which is implicated in human retinal disease. Regulates many physiological processes including cell survival, migration, differentiation, and phagocytosis of apoptotic cells (efferocytosis). Ligand binding at the cell surface induces autophosphorylation of MERTK on its intracellular domain that provides docking sites for downstream signaling molecules. Following activation by ligand, interacts with GRB2 or PLCG2 and induces phosphorylation of MAPK1, MAPK2, FAK/PTK2 or RAC1. MERTK signaling plays a role in various processes such as macrophage clearance of apoptotic cells, platelet aggregation, cytoskeleton reorganization and engulfment. Functions in the retinal pigment epithelium (RPE) as a regulator of rod outer segments fragments phagocytosis. Plays also an important role in inhibition of Toll-like receptors (TLRs)-mediated innate immune response by activating STAT1, which selectively induces production of suppressors of cytokine signaling SOCS1 and SOCS3.

Specifications

• Antigen: MerTK
• Applications: Flow Cytometry
• Classification: Monoclonal
• Clone: DS5MMER
• Concentration: 0.2 mg/mL
• Conjugate: PerCP-eFluor 710
• Formulation: PBS with 0.09% sodium azide; pH 7.2
• Gene: Mertk
• Gene Accession No.: Q60805
• Gene Alias: c-Eyk; c-mer; c-mer proto-oncogene tyrosine kinase; Eyk; MER; MER proto-oncogene, tyrosine kinase; MER receptor tyrosine kinase; MERTK; MGC133349; nmf12; Nyk; Proto-oncogene c-Mer; proto-oncogene tyrosine-protein kinase MER; rdy; receptor tyrosine kinase MerTK; Receptor tyrosine tinase gene probably the gene for Rdy; retinal dystrophy; RP38; sMER; sMERTK; soluble MER; soluble MERTK; STK kinase; Tyro 12; Tyro12; Tyrosine-protein kinase Mer
• Gene Symbols: Mertk
• Host Species: Rat
• Immunogen: FC-tagged full protein expressed in insect cells.
• Purification Method: Affinity chromatography
• Quantity: 25 μg
• Regulatory Status: RUO
• Primary or Secondary: Primary
• Gene ID (Entrez): 17289
• Target Species: Mouse
• Content And Storage: 4°C, store in dark, DO NOT FREEZE!
• Product Type: Antibody
• Form: Liquid
• Isotype: IgG2a 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.