| Field | Specification |
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| Clonality | |
| Conjugate | |
| Host | |
| Immunogen | Mouse VLM tumor cells |
| Isotype | |
| Product Type | |
| Reactivity | |
| Storage | |
| Target |
Overview
Anti-p53 WT Unconjugated is a Mouse monoclonal targeting p53, supplied as a Unconjugated format for ICC / IHC / WB workflows. It supports measurement of Human target expression in common experimental systems.
Key elements and design rationale
- Clone: PAB1620 — consistent clone identity can support panel reproducibility and cross-study comparisons.
- Isotype: IgG2a, k — informs selection of matched controls and secondary reagents when relevant.
- Conjugate: Unconjugated — enables direct detection in fluorescence-based assays.
- Host species: Mouse — useful for panel design and control strategy planning.
- Reactivity: Human — interpret staining in the context of species-specific sequence and expression differences.
Key specifications such as clone identity, isotype, and fluorophore conjugation help researchers align panel design, control selection, and instrument configuration with the biological question and sample type.
Biological background
p53 acts as a tumor suppressor in many tumor types; it induces growth arrest or apoptosis depending on the physiological circumstances and cell type. Involved in cell cycle regulation as a trans-activator, p53 acts to negatively regulate cell division by controlling a set of genes required for this process. One of the activated genes is an inhibitor of cyclin-dependent kinases. Apoptosis induction seems to be mediated either by stimulation of BAX and FAS antigen expression, or by repression of Bcl-2 expression. Implicated in Notch signaling cross-over. Isoform 2 enhances the transactivation activity of isoform 1 from some but not all TP53-inducible promoters. Isoform 4 suppresses transactivation activity and impairs growth suppression mediated by isoform 1. Isoform 7 inhibits isoform 1-mediated apoptosis.
Research relevance and current trends
- High-parameter immunophenotyping: combining p53 with complementary lineage and activation markers to resolve complex cell states.
- Panel standardization and data comparability: increasing emphasis on consistent reagents, compensation-aware fluorophore choices, and shared gating strategies.
- Integration with single-cell multi-omics: pairing surface marker profiling with transcriptomic or proteomic readouts to connect phenotype to function.
Common research applications
- Immunohistochemistry: assess spatial patterns of p53 expression in tissue sections and compare regions or cell types.
- Immunofluorescence: visualize cellular distribution of p53 and assess co-localization with other markers.
- Western blot: evaluate p53 expression changes and consider isoforms or PTMs when interpreting band patterns.
Changes in measured signal are typically interpreted in the context of cell subset frequency, activation/differentiation state, and sample processing effects rather than as a standalone readout.
Notes for experimental interpretation
- Fluorophore selection: consider brightness, spectral overlap, and instrument configuration; compensation and spillover can affect apparent population boundaries.
- Biology-driven confounders: activation state, differentiation, and isoform/PTM variation can shift epitope accessibility and apparent expression.
- Control concepts: include matched isotype and fluorescence-minus-one (FMO) controls where appropriate, and interpret results alongside biological positive/negative reference samples.
For antibody-based assays, monoclonal versus polyclonal format can influence epitope recognition breadth and signal consistency. Conjugated antibodies support direct detection and can simplify multicolor panel design when paired with appropriate controls and instrument settings.
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.
