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Immunoglobulin alpha heavy chain (IGHA) is the defining heavy chain component of immunoglobulin A (IgA), a major antibody class involved in humoral and mucosal immunity. IgA antibodies are produced by plasma cells derived from activated B lymphocytes and function as an important defense mechanism against pathogens encountered at mucosal surfaces and in circulation. The Human IgA Antibody for ELISA clone RM128 recognizes the alpha heavy chain shared by human IgA antibodies and enables detection and quantification of total IgA in immunoassay based experimental systems. IgA plays a central role in protecting epithelial barriers and contributes to immune responses in both systemic and mucosal compartments.
Human IgA exists in two subclasses, IgA1 and IgA2, both of which contain the immunoglobulin alpha heavy chain encoded by the IGHA gene locus. These subclasses differ in hinge region structure and tissue distribution. IgA1 is typically the predominant subclass in serum and many extracellular fluids, while IgA2 is more resistant to bacterial proteases and is commonly enriched in mucosal secretions. Despite these structural differences, both subclasses share conserved heavy chain regions that allow antibodies targeting IGHA to recognize total IgA molecules.
IgA antibodies are produced by plasma cells located in lymphoid tissues such as bone marrow, spleen, lymph nodes, and mucosa-associated lymphoid tissues including tonsils and intestinal lymphoid structures. Secretory IgA is formed when polymeric IgA antibodies interact with the polymeric immunoglobulin receptor on epithelial cells and are transported across mucosal epithelium. After transport, the antibody is released into mucosal secretions as a stabilized complex containing a secretory component, enabling effective immune protection at epithelial surfaces.
Because IgA antibodies are a major component of adaptive immune responses, measurement of total IgA levels provides valuable insight into immune function and antibody production. An IgA antibody suitable for ELISA allows sensitive detection of IgA molecules in biological samples such as serum, plasma, or other fluids. Recombinant antibodies such as clone RM128 support reliable detection of Immunoglobulin alpha heavy chain and enable quantitative assessment of IgA antibody levels in immunological research studies.
The stated application concentrations are suggested starting points. Titration of the recombinant Human IgA Antibody for ELISA may be required due to differences in protocols and secondary/substrate sensitivity.
Human IgA was used as the immunogen for this recombinant Human IgA antibody.
Store the recombinant Human IgA antibody at -20oC (with glycerol) or aliquot and store at -20oC (without glycerol).
IgA antibody, Immunoglobulin A antibody, IGHA antibody, Ig alpha heavy chain antibody, IgA heavy chain antibody
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