Osteoclasts are multinucleated cells that resorb bone and
are essential for bone homeostasis. This gene encodes an
osteoclast-associated receptor (OSCAR), which is a member of the
leukocyte receptor complex (LRC) protein family that plays critical
roles in the regulation of both innate and adaptive immune
responses. Different from the other LRC members, OSCAR expression
is detected specifically in preosteoclasts or mature osteoclasts.
OSCAR may be an important bone-specific regulator of osteoclast
differentiation. Multiple alternatively spliced transcript variants
encoding different isoforms have been found for this gene.1) Davila, S., et al. Genes Immun. 11(3):232-238(2010)
Immunogen
This OSCAR antibody is generated from rabbits immunized with a KLH conjugated synthetic peptide between 205-231 amino acids from the C-terminal region of human OSCAR.
Western blot analysis in 293 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.