The antibody reacts with with the epitope on CD16 antigen that residing in proximity to FG loop (probably BC or C'E loop). The antibody MEM-154 recognizes a polymorphism of CD16a (NK cells form), it reacts well with granulocyte form (CD16b) of all subjects.
Flow Cytometry: Recommended dilution: 5-10 m g/mL. Positive control: PBL (peripheral blood lymphocytes) Immunoprecipitation. Western Blotting (non reducing conditions). Functional Application (The antibody blocks binding of human IgG to FcgammaRIII). Other applications not tested. Optimal dilutions are dependent on conditions and should be determined by the user.
Restrictions
For Research Use only
Concentration
1.0 mg/mL
Buffer
TBS, pH ~8.0 containing 15 mM Sodium Azide as preservative.
Preservative
Sodium azide
Precaution of Use
This product contains sodium azide: a POISONOUS AND HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE which should be handled by trained staff only.
Storage
4 °C/-20 °C
Storage Comment
Store the antibody at 2-8 °C for up to one month or at -20 °C for longer. Avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Shelf Life: one year from despatch.
Expiry Date
12 months
Target
CD16
Alternative Name
CD16
Background
CD16 (FcgRIII) is a 50-80 kDa glycoprotein serving as a low affinity IgG receptor. Human FcgRIII is expressed in two forms FcgRIII-A and -B. FcgRIII-A is a transmembrane protein of monocytes, macrophages, NK cells and a subset of T cells. It is associated with FceRI-g subunit and is responsible for antibody-dependent NK cell cytotoxicity. Mast cell FcgRIII-A is associated, moreover, with FceRI-b subunit. Besides IgG, FceRI-A can be triggered also by oligomeric IgE. FcgRIII-B is a GPI-linked monomeric receptor expressed on neutrophils and is involved in their activation and induction of a proadhesive phenotype.Synonyms: CD16A, FCG3, FCGR3, FCGR3A, Fc-gamma RIII, Fc-gamma RIII-alpha, Fc-gamma RIIIa, FcR-10, FcRIII, FcRIIIa, IGFR3, IgG Fc receptor III-2, Low affinity immunoglobulin gamma Fc region receptor III-A