This antibody recognizes CD40 (BP50), a 48 kDa type I single chain transmembrane glycoprotein expressed on normal and neoplastic B cells, but not on terminally differentiated plasma cells. CD40 antigen is also present on Hodgkin's and Reed-Sternberg cells, follicular dendritic cells, some macrophages, basal epithelial cells and endothelial cells.
Flow Cytometry (effective for indirect immunofluorescence staining flow cytometry analysisusing 0.25 μg/test). Other applications not tested. Optimal dilutions are dependent on conditions and should be determined by the user.
Store the antibody at 2 - 8 °C up to one month or (in aliquots) at -20 °C for longer. Avoidrepeated freezing and thawing. Shelf life: one year from despatch.
CD40 is a costimulatory molecule of the TNF receptor superfamily and is expressed on many cell types, such as B cells, monocytes/macrophages, dendritic cells, endothelial cells, fibroblasts or vascular smooth muscle cells. Interaction of CD40 and its ligand CD154 (CD40L) is required for the generation of antibody responses to T-dependent antigens as well as for the development of germinal centers and memory B cells. In monocytes/macrophages CD40 engagement induces production of pro-inflammatory cytokines and chemokines. CD40-CD154 interactions are also critical for development of CD4 T cell-dependent effector functions. CD40 links innate and adaptive immune responses to bacterial stimuli and serves as an important regulator affecting functions of other costimulatory molecules.Synonyms: B-cell surface antigen CD40, Bp50, CD40L receptor, CDw40, TNFRSF5, Tumor necrosis factor receptor superfamily member 5