sRANK Ligand Antibody: The receptor activator of NF-κB ligand (RANK-L) is a recently discovered member of the TNF-ligand family involved in the regulation of the T cell-dependent immune response, lymph node organogenesis and bone formation. RANK-L exists as both a normal, transmembrane form and a truncated, soluble form (sRANK-L), both of which can stimulate the receptor. Activation of T cells, such as by treatment with interleukin-7, induces RANK-L production and leads to an increase of osteoclast formation and bone loss. Finally, sRANK-L can activate the antiapoptotic kinase Akt through a signaling complex involving Src kinase and TRAF6, suggesting sRANK-L may also play a role in regulating apoptosis. This antibody will recognize both the soluble form and the uncleaved transmembrane form of RANK-L.1) Wong BR, Rho J, Arron J, et al. TRANCE is a novel ligand of the tumor necrosis factor receptor family that activates c-Jun N-terminal kinase in T cells. J. Biol. Chem. 1997; 272:25190-4.
Immunogen
sRANK-L antibody was raised against a 14 amino acid synthetic peptide from near the center of human sRANK-L. The immunogen is located within amino acids 140 - 190 of sRANK Ligand.
Key Feature
Clonality
Polyclonal
Isotype
IgG
Host Species
Rabbit
Tested Applications
ELISAIHC-PWB
sRANK-L antibody can be used for detection of sRANK-L by Western blot at 0.25 - 0.5 μg/mL. Antibody can also be used for immunohistochemistry starting at 5 μg/mL.:
Immunohistochemistry of sRANK-L in human liver tissue with sRANK-L antibody at 5 μg/mL.
Application
Western blot analysis of sRANK-L in rat liver tissue lysate with sRANK-L antibody at (A) 0.25 and (B) 0.5 μg/mL.
Positive Control
1) Cat. No. 1464 - Rat Liver Tissue Lysate
Application Notes
sRANK-L antibody can be used for detection of sRANK-L by Western blot at 0.25 - 0.5 μg/mL. Antibody can also be used for immunohistochemistry starting at 5 μg/mL.:
Additional Information
Form
Liquid
Storage Instructions
sRANK Ligand 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
sRANK Ligand Antibody is supplied in PBS containing 0.02% sodium azide.