Anti-CBS Antibody Picoband® (monoclonal, 7C3B7)

Overview

Anti-CBS Antibody Picoband® (monoclonal, 7C3B7) is an antibody reagent for detection of CBS (isocitrate dehydrogenase 1 (NADP+), soluble). Researchers commonly use anti-CBS antibodies to measure relative expression and localization across biological samples, with assay selection guided by the listed applications (WB, IHC, Flow, ELISA).

Boster Bio Anti-CBS Antibody Picoband® (monoclonal, 7C3B7) catalog # M00130-2. Tested in 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: CBS — Isocitrate dehydrogenase [NADP] cytoplasmic (isocitrate dehydrogenase 1 (NADP+), soluble). Alternative names: Cytosolic NADP isocitrate dehydrogenase antibody|Cytosolic NADP-isocitrate dehydrogenase antibody|Epididymis luminal protein 216 antibody|Epididymis secretory protein Li 26 antibody|HEL-216 antibody|HEL-S-26 antibody|ICDH antibody|IDCD antibody|IDH antibody|IDH1 antibody|IDHC_HUMAN antibody|IDP antibody|IDPC antibody|Isocitrate dehydrogenase [NADP] cytoplasmic antibody|Isocitrate dehydrogenase 1 (NADP+) soluble antibody|NADP dependent isocitrate dehydrogenase cytosolic antibody|NADP dependent isocitrate dehydrogenase peroxisomal antibody|NADP (+)-specific ICDH antibody|Oxalosuccinate decarboxylase antibody|PICD antibody
• Antibody format: Monoclonal; clone 7C3B7; Mouse IgG2b
• Species context: Host: Mouse, Reactivity: Human,Mouse,Rat
• Purification: Immunogen affinity purified.
• Immunogen: E.coli-derived human CBS recombinant protein (Position: K102-E342).
• Molecular weight context: observed 61 kDa, calculated 46659 MW (reported)
• Provided application(s): WB, IHC, Flow, ELISA

These attributes help contextualize how the antibody is commonly selected (host/clonality/isotype/label) and how signals are interpreted across sample types and assay formats.

Biological background

Function: Cytokine with a wide variety of biological functions. It is a potent inducer of the acute phase response. Plays an essential role in the final differentiation of B-cells into Ig-secreting cells Involved in lymphocyte and monocyte differentiation. Acts on B-cells, T-cells, hepatocytes, hematopoietic progenitor cells and cells of the CNS. Required for the generation of T (H)17 cells. Also acts as a myokine. It is discharged into the bloodstream after muscle contraction and acts to increase the breakdown of fats and to improve insulin resistance. It induces myeloma and plasmacytoma growth and induces nerve cells differentiation.

Cellular localization: Cytoplasm. Peroxisome.

Tissue details: Ubiquituous. Expressed in platelets.

Background: CBS, Cystathionine Beta-Synthase, catalyzes the first irreversible step of transsulfuration. The CBS enzyme is a homotetramer of 63-kD subunits and requires pyridoxal phosphate and heme for activity. The CBS gene, which is mapped to chromosome 21q22, contains 23 exons, ranging in size from 42 to 299 bp. The human CBS protein can substitute for the endogenous yeast CBS protein in Saccharomyces cerevisiae. The catalytic domain of the CBS protein is located in the N-terminal 409 amino acids, and a regulatory domain is located in the C-terminal 142 amino acids.A mutation that deletes the C-terminal 145 amino acids of CBS could restore activity of several CBS mutant alleles found in homocystinurics.

Cross reactivity: No cross-reactivity with other proteins.

Research relevance and current trends

• Quantitative and spatial profiling: expression patterns are increasingly studied across cell states using multiplex imaging and omics-informed validation.
• Isoforms and post-translational modifications: researchers often evaluate how isoform composition and PTMs can shift apparent molecular weight or localization.
• Context-aware interpretation: comparative studies commonly include perturbations (stimulation, inhibition, genetic models) to relate target changes to pathway behavior.

Common research applications

• Western blot (WB): compare relative target abundance and apparent size shifts (e.g., isoforms/PTMs) across conditions.
• Immunohistochemistry (IHC): assess distribution across tissue compartments and compare staining patterns between groups.
• Flow cytometry: quantify target-positive populations and compare shifts after stimulation or differentiation.

Across these uses, researchers typically interpret changes in signal as relative differences between matched sample groups, considering sample preparation and biological context.

Notes for experimental interpretation

• Apparent molecular weight can vary due to isoforms, proteolysis, glycosylation, phosphorylation, and sample preparation differences.
• Species reactivity and epitope conservation can influence observed signal patterns, especially in cross-species studies.
• Control concepts: include appropriate negative controls (e.g., isotype controls where relevant) and, when feasible, genetic or orthogonal controls (KO/KD, peptide competition, or independent assays) to support interpretation.

For antibody reagents, monoclonal antibodies are often chosen for epitope consistency across lots, while polyclonals may recognize multiple epitopes and can show different background characteristics depending on context.

Customization & Add-ons: Can’t find the antibody you need—or require a custom format for your assay? We can help you source the best match or support custom antibody solutions for diverse research needs, including species and isotype selection, conjugations and labeling (e.g., HRP/AP, biotin, fluorophores), purification grade options (Protein A/G, affinity purified), formulation preferences (buffer selection, carrier-free, glycerol-free), custom concentrations and aliquoting, low-endotoxin options for cell-based work, and application-focused QC/validation support (project dependent). Click Talk to a Scientist to submit a request, email us at support@biohippo.com, or explore our Research Services for additional support—our team will follow up with feasibility details and next steps.