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| Alternative names | Transforming growth factor beta-2; TGF-beta-2; BSC-1 cell growth inhibitor; Cetermin; Glioblastoma-derived T-cell suppressor factor; G-TSF; Polyergin; Latency-associated peptide; LAP; TGFB2 |
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| Immunogen | A synthetic peptide corresponding to a sequence at the C-terminus of human TGF beta 2, identical to the related mouse and rat sequences. |
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Overview
This antibody is intended for detection of TGFB2 in biological samples using common immunoassay formats. It is typically selected based on target identity, species reactivity, clonality/clone information, and detection modality.
Vendor notes: Boster Bio Anti-TGF beta 2/TGFB2 Antibody Picoband® catalog # A00892-1. Tested in IHC, WB applications. This antibody reacts with Human. 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
- Antibody format: Rabbit Polyclonal Rabbit IgG
- Immunogen / epitope context: A synthetic peptide corresponding to a sequence at the C-terminus of human TGF beta 2, identical to the related mouse and rat sequences.
- Molecular weight context: reported MW: 48 kDa; calculated MW: nan
- Reactivity: Human
- Applications: IHC, WB
As a polyclonal antibody, the reagent recognizes multiple epitopes on the target, which can improve detection robustness but may increase sensitivity to sample-dependent epitope changes.
Biological background
transforming growth factor beta 2. This gene encodes a secreted ligand of the TGF-beta (transforming growth factor-beta) superfamily of proteins. Ligands of this family bind various TGF-beta receptors leading to recruitment and activation of SMAD family transcription factors that regulate gene expression. The encoded preproprotein is proteolytically processed to generate a latency-associated peptide (LAP) and a mature peptide, and is found in either a latent form composed of a mature peptide homodimer, a LAP homodimer, and a latent TGF-beta binding protein, or in an active form consisting solely of the mature peptide homodimer. The mature peptide may also form heterodimers with other TGF-beta family members. Disruption of the TGF-beta/SMAD pathway has been implicated in a variety of human cancers. A chromosomal translocation that includes this gene is associated with Peters' anomaly, a congenital defect of the anterior chamber of the eye. Mutations in this gene may be associated with Loeys-Dietz syndrome. This gene encodes multiple isoforms that may undergo similar proteolytic processing. Functional note: TGF-beta 2 has suppressive effects on interleukin-2 dependent T-cell growth. Reported localization: Secreted. Expression/tissue context: Isoform 1 is expressed in pancreas. Isoform 2 and isoform 3 is expressed in liver.
Research relevance and current trends
- Angiogenesis: Researchers commonly examine how TGFB2 relates to this theme using model systems and orthogonal readouts.
- Cancer: Researchers commonly examine how TGFB2 relates to this theme using model systems and orthogonal readouts.
- Cancer Metabolism: Researchers commonly examine how TGFB2 relates to this theme using model systems and orthogonal readouts.
Common research applications
- Western blotting: compare relative TGFB2 levels across conditions; band patterns may reflect isoforms and processing.
- IHC/IHC-F: assess spatial distribution of TGFB2 across tissue regions and cell types using matched controls.
Notes for experimental interpretation
- Specificity notes: No cross reactivity with other proteins.
- Cross-reactivity: No cross-reactivity with other proteins.
- Isoforms and PTMs: Apparent size and signal patterns can differ across splice isoforms, proteolytic processing, and post-translational modifications.
- Controls: Include an isotype control (as relevant), no-primary control for imaging, and orthogonal validation such as KD/KO samples when available.
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