Anti-CD82 (CD82 Antigen, C33 Antigen, IA4, Inducible Membrane Protein R2, Metastasis Suppressor Kang

CD82 is a 45-90 kD type III tetraspan membrane protein which is encoded by the KAI1 gene. A member of the 4-span transmembrane protein superfamily (TM4SF) CD82 forms a complex with CD37, CD53, CD81, ECM and MHC molecules. CD82 is expressed on monocytes, granulocytes, lymphocytes, epithelial cells, endothelial cells, and fibroblasts and plays a role in signal transduction and adhesion. It has been suggested CD82 functions as a tumor suppressor as loss of expression has been found to promote tumor metastasis. Applications: Suitable for use in Flow Cytometry. Other applications not tested. Recommended Dilution: Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher. Storage and Stability: May be stored at 4°C for short-term only. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20°C. Aliquots are stable for at least 12 months. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.