| Applications: | ELISA, WB, ICC/IF |
| Species Reactivity: | Human |
| Isotype: | Mouse IgG2a kappa |
| Immunogen: | Recombinant human BMP8b (264-402aa) purified from E. coli |
| Purification: | By protein-A affinity chromatography |
| Conjugation: | Unconjugated |
| Description: | Bone morphogenic proteins (BMPs) are members of the TGF beta superfamily. BMPs are involved in the induction of cartilage and bone formation. Induces cartilage and bone formation. May be the osteoinductive factor responsible for the phenomenon of epithelial osteogenesis. Plays a role in calcium regulation and bone homeostasis. BMP-8 is thought to be involved in early development, as detectable expression has not been found in adult organs. Two BMP-8 proteins exist, namely BMP-8A and BMP-8B (also designated OP-2), and are encoded by two distinct genes. |
| Further Information: | The antibody has been tested by ELISA, Western blot analysis and ICC/IF to assure specificity and reactivity. Since application varies, however, each investigation should be titrated by the reagent to obtain optimal results. |
| Synonym: | Bone morphogenetic protein 8B, BMP8, OP2 |
| Ascension Number: | P34820 |
| NCBI EntrezGene: | NP_001711 |
| Shipping Conditions: | Ship on cold packs |
| Storage: | Can be stored at +2C to +8C for 1 week. For long term storage, aliquot and store at -20C to -80C. Avoid repeated freezing and thawing cycles. |
| Usage: | Research use only |
