Crasp-2 antibody

Catalog No. ABIN964612

Product Details anti-Crasp-2 Antibody

Target: Crasp-2 (Complement regulator-acquiring surface protein 2 (Crasp-2))

Reactivity: Borrelia burgdorferi

Host: Rabbit

Clonality: Polyclonal

Application: Lateral Flow (LF), Western Blotting (WB)

Specificity: This product was Protein-A purified and cross-adsorbed against MBP from monospecific antiserum by chromatography. This antibody is specific for Borrelia burgdorferi CRASP-2 protein. A BLAST analysis was used to suggest reactivity with CRASP-2 from B. burgdorferi sources based on 100% homology with the immunizing sequence. Partial cross-reactivity is expected against B. garinii, B. spielmanii, and valaisiana sources based on 91-89% homology. Cross-reactivity with CRASP-2 from other sources has not been determined.

Characteristics: CRASP-2 (Complement Regulator-Acquiring Surface Protein 2) of Borrelia burgdorferi binds FHL-1 and factor H binding protein in a distinct way. It may be predominantly expressed by serum-resistant Borrelia strains. Borrelia burgdorferi sensu lato has the ability to evade immune systems to persist in a variety of vertebrate hosts. This activity is dependent on a number of factors. Some Borrelia species bind host-derived fluid-phase immune regulators FHL-1 and factor H to their surface via complement regulator-acquiring surface proteins (CRASPs). Factor H and FHL-1 serve as cofactors for factor I, a serine protease that cleaves complement component 3b (C3b) directly on the cell surface and thereby confers resistance of spirochetes to complement-mediated lysis. It is possible that because of discontinuous binding regions in the factor H/FHL-1, long distance interaction may be involved in binding of both immune regulators. Putative coiled-coil structural elements may be important in the interaction of B. burgdorferi CRASP-1 with factor H.

Purification: purified

Sterility: Sterile filtered

Immunogen: MBP-fusion protein corresponding to Borrelia burgdorferi CRASP-2 protein.
Immunogen Type: RecombinantProtein

Isotype: IgG

Application Details

Application Notes: This protein-A purified antibody has been tested for use in Western blotting. Specific conditions for reactivity should be optimized by the user. Expect a band approximately 25.4 kDa in size corresponding to Borrelia burgdorferi CRASP-2 protein by Western blotting in the appropriate cell lysate or extract.

Comment:

Gene Name: cspZ, BB_H06

Restrictions: For Research Use only

Handling

Format: Lyophilized

Reconstitution: Reconstitution Buffer: Restore with deionized water (or equivalent), Reconstitution Volume: 100 µL

Concentration: 1.0 mg/mL

Buffer: 0.02 M Potassium Phosphate, 0.15 M Sodium Chloride, pH 7.2

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 vial at 4 °C prior to restoration. For extended storage aliquot contents and freeze at -20 °C or below. Avoid cycles of freezing and thawing. Centrifuge product if not completely clear after standing at room temperature. This product is stable for several weeks at 4 °C as an undiluted liquid. Dilute only prior to immediate use. Expiration date is one (1) year from date of opening.

Expiry Date: 12 months

Target Details for Crasp-2

Target: Crasp-2 (Complement regulator-acquiring surface protein 2 (Crasp-2))

Alternative Name: CRASP-2 (Crasp-2 Products)

Synonyms: complement regulator-acquiring surface protein antibody, BB_H06 antibody

Background: CRASP-2 (Complement Regulator-Acquiring Surface Protein 2) of Borrelia burgdorferi binds FHL-1 and factor H binding protein in a distinct way. It may be predominantly expressed by serum-resistant Borrelia strains. Borrelia burgdorferi sensu lato has the ability to evade immune systems to persist in a variety of vertebrate hosts. This activity is dependent on a number of factors. Some Borrelia species bind host-derived fluid-phase immune regulators FHL-1 and factor H to their surface via complement regulator-acquiring surface proteins (CRASPs). Factor H and FHL-1 serve as cofactors for factor I, a serine protease that cleaves complement component 3b (C3b) directly on the cell surface and thereby confers resistance of spirochetes to complement-mediated lysis. It is possible that because of discontinuous binding regions in the factor H/FHL-1, long distance interaction may be involved in binding of both immune regulators. Putative coiled-coil structural elements may be important in the interaction of B. burgdorferi CRASP-1 with factor H.
Synonyms: Borrelia burgdorferi CRASP-2

Gene ID: 1194149

NCBI Accession: NP_045500

UniProt: O50665