APC Mouse IgG2a Isotype Control (Fc silent) Antibody

Cat # Size Price Quantity
30320525 ug$70
303206100 ug$150

Product Details


CloneMOPC-173-SH
ApplicationFlow Cytometry
ReactivityN/A
FormatAPC
Target NameMouse IgG2a Isotype Control with Fc silent mutation
IsotypeMouse IgG2a
Antibody TypeMonoclonal
Regulatory StatusRUO
FormulationPhosphate-buffered solution, pH 7.2, containing 0.09% sodium azide and 0.2% (w/v) BSA
Protein Concentration0.2 mg/mL
Storage&HandlingQuick spin the vial after receiving. The antibody solution should be stored between 2°C and 8°C without dilution.
Recommended UsageUse at concentrations comparable to those used for the target-specific antibody. APC has an excitation max at 650 nm and an emission max at 660 nm.
Excitation LaserRed Laser (633 nm)
See All FormatsClone MOPC-173-SH

Background Information


The clone of MOPC-173 antibody is mouse isotype IgG2a, k. The MOPC-21 immunoglobulin has unknown specificity. It is chosen as an isotype control after screening on a variety of resting, activated, live, and fixed mouse, rat and human tissues. This clone carries LALAPG mutations to reduce or eliminate Fc-mediated effector functions

Data Sheets


APC Mouse IgG2a Isotype Control (Fc silent) Antibody TDS

Related Protocols


Flow Cytometry Protocol

Frequently Asked Questions


What should I do if I don't see an isotype control available for my antibody of choice?
Contact Technical Support or request a quote for a custom conjugation of the appropriate isotype and fluorophore.

Why should I use an isotype control?
Isotype controls are antibodies with no known specificity for the target of interest, but matched in host species, isotype, and conjugate to your primary antibody. They are used to measure non-specific binding (e.g., Fc receptor binding, background staining) so that signal from your specific antibody can be distinguished from background noise.

What should I do if my isotype control shows high background binding?
High background is often observed due to a number of causes such as Fc binding, poor cell viability, spillover and unmixing error, as well as monocyte tandem binding. Read this brief tech note to learn about the causes and specific solutions to remove background signals: The Path to True Signals: Removing Background in Flow Cytometry.

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