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Anti-COMP/Cartilage oligomeric matrix protein Antibody

Anti-COMP/Cartilage oligomeric matrix protein Antibody (RMAB-0250480)

Cat. No.: RMAB-0250480

Category: Primary Antibodies

INQUIRY 100 μL Customer Size
Rabbit monoclonal to COMP/Cartilage oligomeric matrix protein

Product Features

Isotype IgG
Clonality Monoclonal
Host Species Rabbit
Clone Number EPR22857-38
Form Liquid
Purity Protein A purified
Species Reactivity Human, Mouse, Rat
Immunogen Recombinant fragment.
Applications WB, IP
Key Features Produced recombinantly (animal-free) for high batch-to-batch consistency and long term security of supply; Rabbit monoclonal to COMP/Cartilage oligomeric matrix protein; Suitable for: WB, IP; Reacts with: Mouse, Rat, Human

Target Information

Target Symbol COMP
Target Name Cartilage oligomeric matrix protein
UniProt ID P49747
Cellular Localization Secreted > extracellular space > extracellular matrix.
Developmental Stage Present during the earliest stages of limb maturation and is later found in regions where the joints develop.
Function May play a role in the structural integrity of cartilage via its interaction with other extracellular matrix proteins such as the collagens and fibronectin. Can mediate the interaction of chondrocytes with the cartilage extracellular matrix through interaction with cell surface integrin receptors. Could play a role in the pathogenesis of osteoarthritis. Potent suppressor of apoptosis in both primary chondrocytes and transformed cells. Suppresses apoptosis by blocking the activation of caspase-3 and by inducing the IAP family of survival proteins (BIRC3, BIRC2, BIRC5 and XIAP). Essential for maintaining a vascular smooth muscle cells (VSMCs) contractile/differentiated phenotype under physiological and pathological stimuli. Maintains this phenotype of VSMCs by interacting with ITGA7.
Involvement in Disease Defects in COMP are the cause of multiple epiphyseal dysplasia type 1 (EDM1). EDM is a generalized skeletal dysplasia associated with significant morbidity. Joint pain, joint deformity, waddling gait, and short stature are the main clinical signs and symptoms. EDM is broadly categorized into the more severe Fairbank and the milder Ribbing types.Defects in COMP are the cause of pseudoachondroplasia (PSACH). PSAC is a dominantly inherited chondrodysplasia characterized by short stature and early-onset osteoarthrosis. PSACH is more severe than EDM1 and is recognized in early childhood.
Domain The cell attachment motif mediates the attachment to chondrocytes. It mediates the induction of both the IAP family of survival proteins and the antiapoptotic response.The TSP C-terminal domain mediates interaction with FN1 and ACAN.
Sequence Similarities Belongs to the thrombospondin family. Contains 4 EGF-like domains. Contains 1 TSP C-terminal (TSPC) domain. Contains 8 TSP type-3 repeats.

Storage & Shipping

Storage Buffer pH: 7.2; Preservative: 0.01% Sodium azide; Constituents: PBS, 40% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 0.05% BSA
Storage & Shipping Shipped at 4°C. Store at 4°C short term (1-2 weeks). Upon delivery aliquot. Store at -20°C long term. Avoid freeze / thaw cycle.

For research use only. Not for clinical use.