| Code | CSB-RA965823A0HU |
| Size | US$210 |
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| Application | Recommended Dilution |
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| IF | 1:50-1:200 |
| FC | 1:50-1:200 |
Argonaute 2 (AGO2) serves as the catalytic engine of the RNA-induced silencing complex (RISC), where it directly cleaves target mRNAs guided by small interfering RNAs and microRNAs. As the only human Argonaute protein with endonuclease "slicer" activity, AGO2 occupies a central position in post-transcriptional gene regulation, making it an essential target for researchers investigating microRNA biology, RNA interference mechanisms, and epigenetic control of gene expression.
This recombinant monoclonal antibody, clone 7C2, offers the reproducibility that demanding experimental workflows require. Because the antibody sequence is defined and produced in a controlled recombinant system, researchers can expect consistent performance across experiments and over time, eliminating the lot-to-lot variability that can complicate long-term studies or multi-site collaborations. The rabbit IgG format provides strong signal amplification with widely available secondary detection systems.
Validation studies demonstrate reliable performance in immunofluorescence and flow cytometry applications using human cell lines. Immunofluorescence staining of MCF-7 breast cancer cells reveals clear AGO2 detection with recommended dilutions between 1:50 and 1:200. Flow cytometry analysis using HeLa cells shows distinct positive population shifts compared to isotype controls, confirming specific detection of endogenous AGO2 in permeabilized cells. These validated protocols provide researchers with established starting points for their own experimental optimization.
The antibody's compatibility with both imaging and cytometric approaches gives investigators flexibility to examine AGO2 expression and localization across different experimental contexts. For studies exploring microRNA pathway components, RNA silencing mechanisms, or broader questions in epigenetics and nuclear signaling, this antibody delivers the specificity and consistency that rigorous research demands.
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