C3
Reactivity: Human
WB, ELISA
Host: Mouse
Polyclonal
unconjugated
Application Notes
C3 antibody can be used for the detection of C3 by Western blot, ELISA, may also work for IHC and ICC.
Restrictions
For Research Use only
Format
Liquid
Concentration
1 mg/mL
Buffer
Phosphate-Buffered Saline. No preservatives added.
Preservative
Without preservative
Handling Advice
As with all antibodies care should be taken to avoid repeated freeze thaw cycles. Antibodies should not be exposed to prolonged high temperatures.
Storage
4 °C/-20 °C
Storage Comment
C3 antibody can be stored at 4 °C for short term (weeks). Long term storage should be at -20 °C.
Target
C3
(Complement Component 3 (C3))
Alternative Name
Complement Component C3
Background
Human complement component C3. Complement C3 contains two chains linked by a disulfide bond. Its activation by a C3 convertase releases the C3a anaphylatoxin from the amino end of the alpha chain and generates C3b, which associates with the Bb fragment of complement factor B to form the alternative-complement-pathway C3/C5 convertase.C3a anaphylatoxin is a vasoactive peptide and a mediator of inflammation. C3b, with its highly reactive thiol group, binds to the surface of foreign particles and facilitates phagocytosis. It binds to complement C5 and renders it susceptible to proteolysis by the classical-complement-pathway C3/C5 convertase. The activity of C3b is regulated by proteolytic cleavage involving factors H and I. Its degradation products can also be biologically active.