TCR VA7.2 Mouse, anti-Human, R718, Clone: OF-5A12, BD OptiBuild™

Mouse Monoclonal Antibody

Supplier:  BD Biosciences 751905

Catalog No. BDB751905

Description

The OF-5A12 monoclonal antibody specifically recognizes the human variable alpha 7.2 region of the T cell receptor for antigen (TCR Vα7.2) that is joined with the Jα33 segment to form an invariant TCR which is characteristically expressed by mucosal-associated invariant T cells (MAIT cells). MAIT cell recognition of antigen is restricted by MHC-related molecule 1 (MR1), a nonpolymorphic Class Ib Major Histocompatibility Complex (MHC) molecule, that associates with β2-microglobulin. MAIT cells are found in human peripheral blood, mesenteric lymph nodes, liver, and mucosa associated with the lungs and intestines. MAIT cells play a role in detecting and fighting off microbial infections. The specificity of OF-5A12 for the TCR Vα7.2 was confirmed by its ability to block the binding of another human TCR Vα7.2-specific antibody, 3C10, to MAIT cells.

Specifications

• Antigen: TCR VA7.2
• Classification: Monoclonal
• Conjugate: R718
• Quantity: 50 μg
• Primary or Secondary: Primary
• Content And Storage: Refrigerate Upon Arrival

• Applications: Flow Cytometry
• Clone: OF-5A12
• Host Species: Mouse
• Regulatory Status: RUO
• Target Species: Human
• Form: Liquid