CD19 is a member of the immunoglobulin superfamily with 556aa and two immunoglobulin-like C2-type domains. As a cell surface protein, CD19 is known to form a complex with CD21, CD81 and CD225 in the membrane of mature B cells. A major function of CD19 is to assemble with the antigen receptor of B lymphocytes so as to decrease the threshold for antigen receptor dependent stimulation thus enhancing the specificity and sensitivity of B cells towards antigens. CD19 is an important protein for B cell antigen receptor signaling and regulation and also acts as a specialized adaptor protein for the amplification of Src family needed for this purpose. Regulation of growth of B cells is a major function of CD19 and its expression is confined to only B lymphocytes and follicular dendritic cells of the hematopoietic system. Increased expression of CD19 induces the production of autoantibody thus giving an insight to the regulatory role of CD19 in autoimmunity. Defects in CD19 are a cause of hypogammaglobulinemia.
Applications:
Suitable for use in Flow Cytometry, Immunohistochemistry, Immunocytochemistry and Immunofluorescence. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution:
Flow Cytometry: 0.2ug/10e6 cells
Immunohistochemistry: Frozen
Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.
Storage and Stability:
May be stored at 4 degrees C for short-term only. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20 degrees 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.
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