The CD8 antigen is a cell surface glycoprotein found on
most cytotoxic T lymphocytes that mediates efficient cell-cell
interactions within the immune system. The CD8 antigen, acting as a
coreceptor, and the T-cell receptor on the T lymphocyte recognize
antigens displayed by an antigen presenting cell (APC) in the
context of class I MHC molecules. The functional coreceptor is
either a homodimer composed of two alpha chains, or a heterodimer
composed of one alpha and one beta chain. Both alpha and beta
chains share significant homology to immunoglobulin variable light
chains. This gene encodes the CD8 beta chain isoforms. Multiple
alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding distinct
membrane associated or secreted isoforms have been described. A
pseudogene, also located on chromosome 2, has been identified.1) Rose, J.E., et al. Mol. Med. 16 (7-8), 247-253 (2010) :
Immunogen
This CD8B1 antibody is generated from rabbits immunized with a KLH conjugated synthetic peptide between 141-167 amino acids from the C-terminal region of human CD8B1.
Western blot analysis in MDA-MB435 cell line lysates (35ug/lane).
Application Notes
For WB starting dilution is: 1:1000:
Additional Information
Form
Liquid
Storage Instructions
Store at 4˚C for three months and -20˚C, stable for up to one year. As with all antibodies care should be taken to avoid repeated freeze thaw cycles. Antibodies should not be exposed to prolonged high temperatures.