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| Alternative Names | Tumor necrosis factor ligand superfamily member 13B;B lymphocyte stimulator;BLyS;B-cell-activating factor;BAFF;Dendritic cell-derived TNF-like molecule;TNF- and APOL-related leukocyte expressed ligand 1;TALL-1;CD257;Tumor necrosis factor ligand superfamily member 13b, membrane form;Tumor necrosis factor ligand superfamily member 13b, soluble form;TNFSF13B;BAFF, BLYS, TALL1, TNFSF20, ZTNF4;UNQ401/PRO738; |
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| Immunogen | A synthetic peptide corresponding to a sequence at the C-terminus of human BAFF, different from the related rat and mouse sequences by three amino acids. |
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Overview
Anti-BAFF/TNFSF13B Antibody Picoband® is an antibody targeting TNFSF13B. Common applications include WB, IHC, Flow Cytometry, ELISA. Key specifications include host: Rabbit; clonality: Polyclonal; isotype: Rabbit IgG; reactivity: Human,Mouse,Rat; observed MW: 17 kDa; calculated MW: 31223 MW.
Boster Bio Anti-BAFF/TNFSF13B Antibody catalog # PA1541. Tested in IHC, WB applications. This antibody reacts with Human, Mouse, Rat. The brand Picoband indicates this is a premium antibody that guarantees superior quality, high affinity, and strong signals with minimal background in Western blot applications. Only our best-performing antibodies are designated as Picoband, ensuring unmatched performance.
Key elements and design rationale
- Target: TNFSF13B — Tumor necrosis factor ligand superfamily member 13B
- Antibody format: Host: Rabbit; Clonality: Polyclonal; Isotype: Rabbit IgG
- Species reactivity: Human,Mouse,Rat
- Molecular weight guidance: Observed: 17 kDa; Calculated: 31223 MW
Specificity note: No cross reactivity with other proteins.
Biological background
Protein function (datasheet): Cytokine that binds to TNFRSF13B/TACI and TNFRSF17/BCMA. TNFSF13/APRIL binds to the same 2 receptors. Together, they form a 2 ligands -2 receptors pathway involved in the stimulation of B- and T-cell function and the regulation of humoral immunity. A third B-cell specific BAFF-receptor (BAFFR/BR3) promotes the survival of mature B-cells and the B-cell response. .
Scientific background (datasheet): BAFF was regularly detected by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay in brain tissue lysates and in normal spinal fluid, and in astrocytes by double fluorescence microscopy. BAFF was localized in astrocytes close to BAFF-R-expressing immune cells. BAFF receptors were strongly expressed in situ in primary central nervous system (CNS) lymphomas. The TNF superfamily member B cell-activating factor (BAFF) plays an important role in humoral immunity and in autoimmune diseases, including RA.Local BAFF gene targeting inhibited proinflammatory cytokine expression, suppressed generation of plasma cells and Th17 cells, and markedly ameliorated joint pathology. The B cell activating factor BAFF (BlyS/TALL-1/zTNF4) is a tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-related ligand that promotes B cell survival and binds to three receptors (BCMA, TACI, and the recently described BAFF-R). Human BAFF was mapped to chromosome 13q32-34.4. The standard used in this kit is recombinant soluble human BAFF (A134-L295) with the molecular mass of 19.6KDa.
Cellular localization (datasheet): Cell membrane; Single-pass type II membrane protein.
Tissue details (datasheet): Abundantly expressed in peripheral blood Leukocytes and is specifically expressed in monocytes and macrophages. Also found in the spleen, lymph node, bone marrow, T- cells and dendritic cells. A lower expression seen in placenta, heart, lung, fetal liver, thymus, and pancreas. Isoform 2 is expressed in many myeloid cell lines. .
Sequence similarities (datasheet): Belongs to the tumor necrosis factor family.
Research relevance and current trends
- Commonly studied in contexts related to Adaptive Immunity,B Cells,Cancer,Cytokines,Growth Factors,Growth Factors/Hormones,Immunology,Innate Immunity,Non-CD,Signal Transduction,TNF Superfamily.
- Supports comparative expression analysis across conditions, genotypes, or treatments when paired with appropriate controls.
- Useful for confirming target presence and subcellular distribution using orthogonal readouts (e.g., microscopy vs. immunoblotting).
Common research applications
- Western blot (WB): Compare relative target abundance and apparent size/isoforms across samples; interpret bands in light of expected MW and potential PTMs.
- ELISA: Measure target abundance in compatible matrices using a standard-curve readout; ensure dilution linearity and appropriate controls.
- Immunohistochemistry (IHC): Assess tissue distribution and cell-type patterns; interpret staining with appropriate negative controls and antigen context.
- Flow cytometry: Quantify target-positive populations in single-cell suspensions; pair with viability and isotype/FMO controls conceptually.
Notes for experimental interpretation
- Consider isoforms, post-translational modifications, and processing that can shift apparent molecular weight or localization.
- Cross-reactivity (datasheet): No cross-reactivity with other proteins
- Use appropriate positive and negative controls (e.g., KO/KD, blocking peptide, or isotype controls) to support specificity interpretation.
As a polyclonal antibody, this reagent may recognize multiple epitopes on the target, which can improve detection robustness but may require careful specificity controls.
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