Application

Research CategoryCell Structure

Research Sub CategoryECM Proteins

This Anti-Aggrecan Antibody (full length), clone 4D7.1 is validated for use in Western Blotting for the detection of Aggrecan (full length).

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General description

Aggrecan is an extracellular protein that is also known as Aggrecan core protein, Cartilage-specific proteoglycan core protein (CSPCP), Chondroitin sulfate proteoglycan core protein 1, and Chondroitin sulfate proteoglycan 1. Aggrecan is encoded by the gene ACAN/AGC1/CSPG1/MSK16. Aggrecan is a proteoglycan that is a major component of the extracellular matrix of cartilaginous tissues. The major function of Aggrecan is to resist compression in cartilage, thus providing protection for joint movement and against injury. Aggrecan binds various other ECM proteins via its large globular domains. Aggrecan can be cleaved into Aggrecan core protein 2, a C-terminal fragment component that decreases in cartilage as people age. Aggrecan is expressed in cartilage and is a massive (>2500 kDa) proteoglycan protein that has multiple isoforms. The appearance of Aggrecan fragments in the blood is a marker for various joint diseases.

Immunogen

KLH-conjugated linear peptide corresponding to human Aggrecan.

Physical form

Purified mouse monoclonal IgG1κ in buffer containing 0.1 M Tris-Glycine (pH 7.4), 150 mM NaCl with 0.05% sodium azide.

Protein G Purified

Format: Purified

Quality

Evaluated by Western Blotting in human chondrocyte cell lysate.

Western Blotting Analysis: 2 µg/mL of this antibody detected Aggrecan (full length) in 10 µg of human chondrocyte cell lysate.

Storage and Stability

Stable for 1 year at 2-8°C from date of receipt.

Target description

~270 kDa observed. The calculated molecular weight is 250 kDa However, this protein is known to be highly glycosylated and may be observed at higher molecular weights.