Invitrogen™ Phospho-ATM (Ser1981) Monoclonal Antibody (10H11.E12), eBioscience™

Catalog No.	Quantity
14-904-682	100 μg
14-904-637	2 mg
50-112-2751	25 μg

Catalog No. 14-904-682 Supplier Invitrogen™ Supplier No. 14904682

Description

Mouse Monoclonal Antibody

This 10H11.E12 monoclonal antibody recognizes the human, mouse, and rat ataxia-telangiectasia (ATM) protein when phosphorylated on serine 1981. ATM belongs to the family of PI3 kinases and functions by coordinating cell cycle arrest and initiation of DNA repair through the phosphorylation of a multitude of substrates in response to DNA damage and oxidative stress. ATM exists as dimers or multimers in its inactive state but in response to DNA breaks, becomes activated through formation of monomers and autophosphorylation. Activated ATM is recruited to the site of DNA double strand breaks where it halts the cell cycle and initiates DNA repair through the phosphorylation of downstream DNA damage response pathway members. Loss of functional activity of ATM results in ataxia-telangiectasia (AT), a disease characterized by early onset neurodegeneration and predisposition to cancer. AT patients are immunodeficient, radiosensitive, and have an increased risk of certain cancer types such as lymphoma and leukemia. Applications Reported: This 10H11.E12 antibody has been reported for use in intracellular staining followed by flow cytometric analysis, immunoprecipitation, western blotting, immunocytochemistry, and immunohistochemical staining of formalin-fixed paraffin embedded tissue sections. (Fluorochrome conjugated 10H11.E12 is recommended for use in intracellular flow cytometry.). Applications Tested: This 10H11.E12 antibody has been tested by immunohistochemistry of...

Ataxia-telangiectasia Mutated (ATM) is a protein that belongs to the PI3/PI4 kinase family. Ataxia-telangiectasia is a rare autosomal recessive disorder characterized by progressive neurologic degeneration, immunologic deficiency, and an increased risk of lymphoid cancer. The ATM gene codes for a protein belonging to the phosphoinositide 3-kinase (PI3K) superfamily. ATM phosphorylates proteins instead of lipid and has many downstream targets that act as cell-cycle regulators including: P53, Mdm2, BRCA1, and SMC1. The ATM protein is responsible for repairing double-stranded DNA breaks that occur because of ionizing radiation and other mutagens. The ATM's C-terminal region has extensive homology to the catalytic domains of phosphatidylinositol 3-kinases (PI3 kinases). Studies have shown that ATM becomes autophosphorylated and upregulated by exposure to ionizing radiation. AT cells are hypersensitive to ionizing radiation, impaired in mediating the inhibition of DNA synthesis and display delays in p53 induction. Further, DNA damage caused by ionizing irradiation activates ATM-kinase, leading to a cascade of kinase reactions that regulate cell cycle, apoptosis, and DNA damage repair. Studies have linked ATM to apoptosis along with Nbs1 and Chk2 in the E2F1 pathway.

Specifications

• Antigen: Phospho-ATM (Ser1981)
• Applications: Flow Cytometry, Immunohistochemistry (Paraffin), Immunoprecipitation, Western Blot, Immunocytochemistry
• Classification: Monoclonal
• Clone: 10H11.E12
• Concentration: 0.5 mg/mL
• Conjugate: Unconjugated
• Formulation: PBS with 0.09% sodium azide; pH 7.2
• Gene: ATM
• Gene Accession No.: Q13315, Q62388
• Gene Alias: AI256621; AT mutated; A-T mutated; A-T mutated homolog; AT mutated protein; AT1; ATA; Ataxia t; Ataxia telangiectasia gene mutated in human beings; ataxia telangiectasia mutated; Ataxia telangiectasia mutated homolog; ATC; ATD; ATDC; ATE; Atm; ATM serine/threonine kinase; C030026E19Rik; DKFZp781A0353; EC 2.7.1.37; MGC74674; serine-protein kinase ATM; TEL1; TEL1, telomere maintenance 1, homolog; TELO1
• Gene Symbols: ATM
• Host Species: Mouse
• Purification Method: Affinity chromatography
• Quantity: 100 μg
• Regulatory Status: RUO
• Primary or Secondary: Primary
• Gene ID (Entrez): 11920, 300711, 472
• Target Species: Human, Mouse, Rat
• Content And Storage: 4°C
• Product Type: Antibody
• Form: Liquid
• Isotype: IgG1 κ

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How does eBioscience determine the specificity of their phosphorylation-specific antibodies?

Antibodies are tested and validated in a variety of ways. First, we verify that in a panel of cells in which different pathways have been induced, we see phosphorylation specific staining only in the cells in which the specific pathway of interest has been activated. Second, we verify that phosphorylation specific staining is observed only in cell types in which the protein is expressed and not in cell types in which the protein is not expressed. Third, whenever possible, western immunoblotting is used to confirm the presence of a band(s) of the appropriate size(s) in stimulated/treated cells (and not in unstimulated/untreated cells, as appropriate).

How long can cells that have been fixed and placed in methanol be stored for use with eBioscience antibodies? What is the recommended storage temperature? How about storage of fixed cells in eBioscience fixation buffers?

We have data demonstrating that fixed cells stored in methanol are stable at -20 degrees C or at -80 degrees C for several weeks. We do not recommend storing fixed cells in eBioscience Foxp3/Transcription Factor Buffer. However, cells fixed with eBioscience Foxp3/Transcription Factor Buffer or eBioscience Intracellular (IC) fixation buffer can be stored in eBioscience IC fixation buffer for up to 3 days at 4 degrees C in the dark.
Note: Please be aware that higher compensation values may be seen with tandem dyes if any other fixative is used apart from eBioscience IC fixation buffer, for 3-day storage.

What is the optimal protocol for eBioscience phosphorylation-specific antibodies?

Each antibody has been tested in three different buffer systems: IC fixation and permeabilization, Foxp3/Transcription Factor Buffer, and IC fixation Buffer/Methanol. The recommended buffer system(s) will be noted on the Technical Data Sheet for the specific antibody.

What is the best way to maintain surface staining when using the methanol-based protocol?

Because methanol can destroy the epitope recognized by some antibodies, ideally surface staining would be performed at the beginning of the protocol with a methanol-resistant fluorochrome (like eFluor 450, FITC, and eFluor 660).
Please recognize that surface staining before stimulation can have undesired effects due to activation of the cell caused by antibody binding. We recommend staining after stimulation/treatment, fixation, and methanol treatment.

Can I use other buffer systems from other companies when using eBioscience phosphorylation-specific antibodies?

In general, you can use other companies' buffer systems provided that their buffers are of a similar composition as the buffers recommended. Be aware that results will vary depending upon the buffer system used. eBioscience antibodies have been optimized for use in eBioscience buffers and we have not tested all of our antibodies in other buffer systems. Thus, we highly recommend using our optimized protocol and buffer systems.

What are the appropriate controls to run when using eBioscience phosphorylation-specific antibodies?

It is important to understand whether the stimulation/treatment results in an upregulation or a down regulation of the phosphorylation event. Thus, it is recommended that changes in phosphorylation levels in stimulated/treated versus unstimulated/untreated cells be compared. A histogram or density plot overlay these two treatments will provide a better assessment of a change in phosphorylation event than using isotype controls.

Can I perform phosphorylation specific staining and stain for intracellular cytokines at the same time when using eBioscience phosphorylation-specific antibodies?

In theory, if the buffer systems are compatible for the antibodies of interest, this can be done. In practice, cytokine translation and phosphorylation events do not typically occur in the same timeframe, therefore, it may be difficult to detect both events in the same sample. The results will be depended on the kinetics and should be determined for each system and protein of interest.

When using eBioscience phosphorylation-specific antibodies, can I perform phosphorylation specific staining together with transcription factor staining at the same time? If so, what buffer and protocol do I use?

In theory, this can be done if the antibodies against both the transcription factor and the phosphorylated protein work in the same buffer system. For example, Anti-Human/Mouse phsopho-H2AX and all transcription factor eBioscience antibodies offered will work in the Foxp3/Transcription Factor Buffer System (Cat. No. 00-5523-00).

For eBioscience phosphorylation-specific antibodies, can total and phosphorylated protein be analyzed in parallel?

In theory, this can be done if the antibodies to both proteins work in the same buffer system and if the antibodies recognize different epitopes. Please refer to the individual Technical Data Sheets for information about buffer compatibility. Also, consider using eBioscience InstantOne ELISA Kits for immunoassay quantitation of both total and phosphorylated proteins such as AKT1/2/3, JNK1/2/3, NFκB, STAT3, and STAT5.