Spark Blue™ 550 anti-mouse/human CD44 (Flexi-Fluor™) Antibody

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Clone
IM7 (See other available formats)
Regulatory Status
RUO
Other Names
Hermes, Pgp-1, H-CAM, HUTCH-1, ECMR III, gp85, Ly-24
Isotype
Rat IgG2b, κ
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285013 50 µg 336 CHF
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Description

CD44 is a 80-95 kD glycoprotein also known as Hermes, Pgp1, H-CAM, or HUTCH. It is expressed on all leukocytes, endothelial cells, hepatocytes, and mesenchymal cells. As B and T cells become activated or progress to the memory stage, CD44 expression increases from low or mid levels to high levels. Thus, CD44 has been reported to be a valuable marker for memory cell subsets. High CD44 expression on Treg cells has been associated with potent suppressive function via high production of IL-10. CD44 is an adhesion molecule involved in leukocyte attachment to and rolling on endothelial cells, homing to peripheral lymphoid organs and to the sites of inflammation, and leukocyte aggregation.

Product Details
Technical Data Sheet (pdf)

Product Details

Verified Reactivity
Mouse, Human
Reported Reactivity
Chimpanzee, Baboon, Cynomolgus, Rhesus, Squirrel Monkey, Horse, Cow, Pig, Dog, Cat
Antibody Type
Monoclonal
Host Species
Rat
Immunogen
Dexamethasone-induced myeloid leukemia M1 cells
Formulation
Phosphate-buffered solution, pH 7.2, containing 0.09% sodium azide
Preparation
The antibody was purified by affinity chromatography and conjugated with Spark Blue™ 550 under optimal conditions.
Concentration
0.2 mg/mL
Storage & Handling
The antibody solution should be stored undiluted between 2°C and 8°C, and protected from prolonged exposure to light. Do not freeze.
Application

FC

Recommended Usage
Flexi-Fluors™ are provided at a standard 0.2 mg/mL concentration. We recommend titrating this reagent to determine the optimal concentration for each application. For many flow cytometry applications, conjugated antibodies perform well at concentrations ranging from 0.03 to 1.0 µg per million cells in 100 µL. We recommend testing a range of concentrations starting from 10 µg/mL.

For example, make five 1:1 serial dilutions of the 0.2 mg/mL antibody. Add 5 µL of each dilution (including the undiluted antibody) to 100 µL of cells (at 107 cells/mL) to test six concentrations -- 1.0, 0.5, 0.25, 0.125, 0.06, and 0.03 µg per million cells in 100 µL volume. Compare staining patterns or create a titration curve using the MFI or staining index to determine the optimal concentration.
Excitation Laser
Blue Laser (488 nm)
Application Notes

Clone IM7 has been reported to recognize an epitope common to alloantigens and all isoforms of CD4417,18 that is located between amino acids 145 and 18620. This clone has been verified for immunocytochemistry (ICC) and frozen immunohistochemistry (IHC-F). Additional reported applications (for the relevant formats) include: immunohistochemistry of acetone-fixed frozen sections and formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded sections6,7, complement-mediated cytotoxicity1, immunoprecipitation1,3, in vivo inhibition of DTH4,5, and spatial biology (IBEX)23,24. The Ultra-LEAF™ purified antibody (Endotoxin < 0.01 EU/µg, Azide-Free, 0.2 µm filtered) is recommended for functional assays (Cat. No. 103046, 103065 - 103069).

Cross-reactivity to ferret has been reported by a collaborator, but not verified in house.

Additional Product Notes

For more information about Flexi-Fluors™, visit our Flexi-Fluor™ page and review FAQs associated with this product line.

Application References

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  1. Trowbridge IS, et al. 1982. Immunogenetics 15:299. (ICFC, IP, CMCD)
  2. Katoh S, et al. 1994. J. Immunol. 153:3440. (ELISA)
  3. Budd RC, et al. 1987. J. Immunol. 138:3120. (IP)
  4. Camp RL, et al. 1993. J. Exp. Med. 178:497. (Block)
  5. Weiss JM, et al. 1997. J. Cell Biol. 137:1137. (Block)
  6. Frank NY, et al. 2005. Cancer Res. 65:4320. (IHC) PubMed
  7. Cuff CA, et al. 2001. J. Clin. Invest. 108:1031. (IHC)
  8. Lee JW, et al. 2006. Nature Immunol. 8:181.
  9. Zhang N, et al. 2005. J. Immunol. 174:6967. PubMed
  10. Huabiao C, et al. 2005. J. Immunol. 175:591. PubMed
  11. Gui J, et al. 2007. Int. Immunol. 19:1201. PubMed
  12. Wang XY, et al. 2008. Blood 111:2436. PubMed
  13. Kenna TJ, et al. 2008. Blood 111:2091. PubMed
  14. Yamazaki J, et al. 2009. Blood PubMed
  15. Kmieciak M, et al. 2009. J. Transl. Med. 7:89. (FC) PubMed
  16. Chen YW, et al. 2010. Mol. Cancer Ther. 9:2879. PubMed
  17. Zheng Z, et al. 1995. J. Cell. Biol. 130:485.
  18. Wiranowska M, et al. 2010. Int. J. Cancer 127:532.
  19. Hirokawa Y, et al. 2014. Am J Physiol Gastrointerest Liver Physiol. 306:547. PubMed
  20. Sandmaier BM, et al. 1998. Blood 91:3494.
  21. Yang Y, et al. 2015. Hypertension. 65:1047. PubMed
  22. Peterson VM, et al. 2017. Nat. Biotechnol. 35:936. (PG)
  23. Radtke AJ, et al. 2020. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 117:33455-65. (SB) PubMed
  24. Radtke AJ, et al. 2022. Nat Protoc. 17:378-401. (SB) PubMed
RRID
AB_3106279 (BioLegend Cat. No. 285013)

Antigen Details

Structure
Variable splicing of CD44 gene generates many CD44 isoforms, 80-95 kD
Distribution

All leukocytes, epithelial cells, endothelial cells, hepatocytes, mesenchymal cells

Function
Leukocyte attachment and rolling on endothelial cells, stromal cells and ECM
Ligand/Receptor
Hyaluronan, MIP-1β, fibronectin, collagen
Cell Type
B cells, Endothelial cells, Epithelial cells, Leukocytes, Mesenchymal cells, Mesenchymal Stem Cells, Tregs
Biology Area
Cell Adhesion, Cell Biology, Immunology, Stem Cells
Molecular Family
Adhesion Molecules, CD Molecules
Antigen References

1. Barclay AN, et al. 1997. The Leukocyte Antigen FactsBook Academic Press.
2. Haynes BF, et al. 1991. Cancer Cells 3:347.
3. Goldstein LA, et al. 1989. Cell 56:1063.
4. Mikecz K, et al. 1995. Nat. Med. 1:558.
5. Hegde V, et al. 2008. J. Leukocyte Biol. 84:134.
6. Liu T, et al. 2009. Biol. Direct 4:40.

Gene ID
12505 View all products for this Gene ID 960 View all products for this Gene ID
UniProt
View information about CD44 on UniProt.org

Related FAQs

What are Flexi-Fluors?

Flexi-Fluors are rapidly made-to-order conjugated antibodies. The technology, manufacturing processes, and specifications used to create Flexi-Fluors are the same as our regular catalog products. However, the optimal concentration and performance of each Flexi-Fluor must be determined by the customer. 

How quickly will I receive my order?

We aim to ship Flexi-Fluors within 2-3 weeks of receipt of your order. However, depending on your location, shipping times may vary. 

How are Flexi-Fluors different from regular catalog products?

Flexi-Fluors are made on demand, specifically for you. Flexi-Fluors are manufactured using the same high-quality standards, and specifications as other catalog products. For faster delivery, Flexi-Fluors are not tested by flow cytometry to determine optimal concentrations or evaluate performance. This testing needs to be performed by the customer.

How do I determine the optimal concentration for using my Flexi-Fluor? How should I titrate my antibody?

Flexi-Fluors are provided at a standard 0.2 mg/mL concentration. We recommend that you titrate your antibody to determine the optimal concentration to use for your application. For many flow cytometry applications, conjugated antibodies perform well at concentrations ranging from 0.03 to 1.0 µg per million cells in 100 µL volume. We recommend that you test a range of concentrations starting from 10 µg/mL. 

 

For example, make five 1:1 serial dilutions of your 0.2 mg/mL antibody.  Add 5 µL of each dilution (including the undiluted antibody) to 100 µL of cells (at 107 cells/ml) to test six concentrations - 1.0, 0.5, 0.25, 0.125, 0.06, and 0.03 µg per million cells in 100 µL volume. Compare staining patterns or create a titration curve using the MFI or staining index to determine the optimal concentration. 

I can’t find the antibody-dye combination that I need. When will it be available?

We continuously update our catalog, introducing scores of new products every month. Please get in touch with our Technical Service team for an update on new products or recommendations for suitable alternatives to complete your panel. Or contact Custom Solutions to inquire about our affordable custom conjugation services. 

I need help to validate the performance of my Flexi-Fluor. Who should I contact?

Please get in touch with Technical Service for assistance. 

Can I order more than 50 μg of a Flexi-Fluor?

Yes, you can order multiple vials of the same Flexi-Fluor products.  We cannot guarantee, however, that these vials will be bottled from the same lot. For bulk single-lot orders, contact our Custom Solutions team.

What is the expiration date of my Flexi-Fluor?

Expiration dates can be found on the vial label or by using our CoA lookup tool

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PerCP/Fire™ 806 anti-mouse/human CD44 IM7 FC
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Spark Blue™ 550 anti-mouse/human CD44 (Flexi-Fluor™) IM7 FC
Spark Red™ 718 anti-mouse/human CD44 (Flexi-Fluor™) IM7 FC
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