Overview
CD2 belongs to T lymphocyte glycoproteins of immunoglobulin superfamily. Its interaction with CD58 stabilizes adhesion between T cells and antigen presenting or target cells. Relatively low affinity of CD2 to CD58 (as measured in solution) is compensated within the two-dimensional cell-cell interface to provide tight adhesion. Moreover, T cell activation induces increased CD2 expression and its lateral mobility, making easier contact between CD2 and CD58. Subsequently, T cell activation causes fixation of CD58-CD2 at sites of cell-cell contact, thereby strengthening intercellular adhesion. CD2 deficiency reduces intestinal inflammation and helps to control infection.
Specificity:
The mouse monoclonal antibody TS1/8 recognizes an extracellular epitope of CD2, a 50 kDa glycoprotein present on the human peripheral blood T lymphocytes and NK cells; also expressed by all thymocytes.
Antigen
CD2
Clone
TS1/8
Species Reactivity
Human
Negative Species
N/A
Isotype
Mouse IgG1 kappa
Immunogen
Cytotoxic T lymphocytes
Application
FC (QC tested)
Regulatory status
RUO
Concentration
N/A
Format
PE
Storage / Stability
Store at 2-8°C. Protect from prolonged exposure to light. Do not freeze.
Storage Buffer
Stabilizing phosphate buffered saline (PBS) , pH 7.4, 15 mM sodium azide