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HER-2 antibody (cloe ERBB2/3080) targets ErbB2, a single-pass transmembrane receptor belonging to the ErbB family of receptor tyrosine kinases that regulate epithelial cell signaling intensity and duration. Unlike other family members, HER-2 does not require direct ligand binding for activation and instead acts as a preferred dimerization partner, amplifying downstream signaling cascades when overexpressed. This property makes ErbB2 a critical modulator of growth factor responsiveness and cellular signal integration in epithelial tissues.
At the cellular level, ErbB2 localizes predominantly to the plasma membrane, where receptor clustering and dimer formation drive activation of intracellular kinase domains. These events initiate signaling through pathways such as MAPK and PI3K-AKT, influencing proliferation, survival, and metabolic activity. Under physiological conditions, HER-2 expression is tightly regulated to prevent excessive signal propagation. Dysregulation through gene amplification or transcriptional upregulation disrupts this balance and contributes to oncogenic transformation.
HER-2 overexpression is most extensively studied in breast carcinoma, where tumor cells display prominent circumferential membranous staining reflecting high receptor density at the cell surface. This pattern distinguishes HER-2-driven tumors from those with low-level or heterogeneous receptor expression and provides a useful biological readout of receptor status in experimental models. Beyond breast cancer, altered ErbB2 signaling has been reported in additional epithelial malignancies, supporting its broader relevance in cancer biology.
This HER-2 antibody is suitable for research applications involving the detection of ErbB2 expression and localization in tissue sections. Membranous staining patterns observed with HER-2 antibodies align with the receptorâs established role as a surface signaling molecule. Use of this antibody supports investigation of ErbB2-associated signaling dynamics, epithelial tumor architecture, and receptor-driven disease mechanisms across relevant experimental systems.
Optimal dilution of the HER-2 antibody should be determined by the researcher.
A recombinant human HER2 protein fragment within amino acids 311-462 was used as the immunogen for the HER-2 antibody. Its epitope is localized in the extracellular domain.
Store the HER-2 antibody at 2-8oC (with azide) or aliquot and store at -20oC or colder (without azide).
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