IL-31 Antibody: Interleukin-31 (IL-31) is a recently discovered T-cell cytokine closely related to IL-6 type cytokines and is preferentially produced by T helper type 2 cells. IL-31 activity is mediated through the ligand-induced oligomerization of a dimeric receptor complex containing IL-31 receptor A and oncostatin M receptor. In response to IL-31 binding, these proteins activate the JAK/STAT and the AKT signaling pathways. RNA levels of IL-31 receptor A and oncostatin M receptor are induced in activated monocytes but are expressed constitutively in epithelial cells. IL-31, when overexpressed in transgenic mice, results in the development of pruritis, alopecia, and skin lesions and in humans may result in atopic dermatitis, suggesting that IL-31 may represent a novel target for antipruritic drug development.1) Dillon SR, Sprecher C, Hammond A, et al. Interleukin 31, a cytokine produced by activated T cells, induces dermatitis in mice. Nat. Immunol. 2004; 5:752-60.
Immunogen
IL-31 antibody was raised against a 16 amino acid synthetic peptide from near the amino terminus of mouse IL-31. The immunogen is located within amino acids 30 - 80 of IL-31.
Key Feature
Clonality
Polyclonal
Isotype
IgG
Host Species
Rabbit
Tested Applications
ELISAIHC-PWB
IL-31 antibody can be used for the detection of IL-31 by Western blot at 2.5 - 10 μg/mL. Antibody can also be used for immunohistochemistry starting at 10 μg/mL.:
Immunohistochemistry of IL-31 in rat skeletal muscle tissue with IL-31 antibody at 10 μg/mL.
Application
Western blot analysis of IL-31 in RAW264.7 cell lysate with IL-31 antibody at (A) 2.5, (B) 5 and (C) 10 μg/mL.
Positive Control
1) Cat. No. 1283 - RAW 264.7 Cell Lysate
Application Notes
IL-31 antibody can be used for the detection of IL-31 by Western blot at 2.5 - 10 μg/mL. Antibody can also be used for immunohistochemistry starting at 10 μg/mL.:
Additional Information
Form
Liquid
Storage Instructions
IL-31 antibody can be stored 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.
Storage Buffer
IL-31 Antibody is supplied in PBS containing 0.02% sodium azide.