Invitrogen™ TCR V beta 11 Monoclonal Antibody (RR3-15), PerCP-eFluor™ 710, eBioscience™

Catalog No.	Quantity
50-245-919	25 μg

Catalog No. 50-245-919 Supplier Invitrogen™ Supplier No. 46582780

Description

Rat Monoclonal Antibody

This RR3-15 monoclonal antibody reacts with the mouse T-cell receptor (TCR) V beta 11 chain. Composed of an alpha and beta chain, TCR specificity is typically determined by Va, Ja, Vb, Db, and Jb gene rearrangement. The RR3-15 antibody recognizes the V beta 11 chain on T cells from mouse strains with the b haplotype in the Tcrb gene complex, including C57BL/6 and B10, but is absent in mice with the a haplotype, such as C57L, SJL, and SWR. In addition, reports indicate that Vbeta11+ T cells are eliminated in mice bearing the MHC Class II I-E molecule. Finally, V beta 11+CD4+ T cells have been associated with graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) severity. The RR3-15 antibody has been reported to activate V beta 11+ T cells. Applications Reported: The RR3-15 antibody has been reported for use in flow cytometric analysis. Applications Tested: This RR3-15 antibody has been tested by flow cytometric analysis of mouse lymph node cells. This can be used at less than or equal to 0.125 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. It is recommended that the antibody be carefully titrated for optimal performance in the assay of interest. 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 filte...

The ability of T cell receptors (TCR) to discriminate foreign from self-peptides presented by major histocompatibility complex (MHC) class II molecules is essential for an effective adaptive immune response. TCR recognition of self-peptides has been linked to autoimmune disease. Mutant self-peptides have been associated with tumors. Engagement of TCRs by a family of bacterial toxins know as superantigens has been responsible for toxic shock syndrome. Autoantibodies to V beta segments of T cell receptors have been isolated from patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). The autoantibodies block TH1-mediated inflammatory autodestructive reactions and are believed to be a method by which the immune system compensates for disease. Most human T cells express the TCR alpha-beta and either CD4 or CD8 molecule (single positive, SP). A small number of T cells lack both CD4 and CD8 (double negative, DN). Increased percentages of alpha-beta DN T cells have been identified in some autoimmune and immunodeficiency disorders. Gamma-delta T cells are primarily found within the epithelium. They show less TCR diversity and recognize antigens differently than alpha-beta T cells. Subsets of gamma-delta T cells have shown antitumor and immunoregulatory activity.

Specifications

• Antigen: TCR V beta 11
• Applications: Flow Cytometry
• Classification: Monoclonal
• Clone: RR3-15
• Concentration: 0.2 mg/mL
• Conjugate: PerCP-eFluor 710
• Formulation: PBS with 0.09% sodium azide; pH 7.2
• Gene Alias: TCR V beta11; TCRV beta 11; TCRV beta11; Vb11; Vbeta11
• Host Species: Rat
• Purification Method: Affinity chromatography
• Quantity: 25 μg
• Regulatory Status: RUO
• Primary or Secondary: Primary
• Target Species: Mouse
• Content And Storage: 4°C, store in dark, DO NOT FREEZE!
• Product Type: Antibody
• Form: Liquid
• Isotype: IgG2b 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.