Description
The JM7A4 monoclonal antibody specifically binds to CD215, which is also known as the IL-15 Receptor alpha subunit (IL-15R-alpha, IL-15Ra, or IL-15Rα). This type I transmembrane glycoprotein is encoded by IL15RA (Interleukin 15 receptor subunit alpha) and is variably expressed on macrophages, natural killer (NK) cells, T cells and B cells and by some nonlymphoid cells including fibroblasts. Although it can independently bind IL-15 with high affinity, it does not contain a signaling motif. CD215 (IL-15Rα) can present IL-15 in cis or trans fashion to the IL-2/15R beta (CD122) and IL-2R gamma (γc or CD132) receptor complex which can then transduce signals intracellularly. Several different CD215 (IL-15Rα) isoforms have been described that are produced by alternative splicing and may alter signal transduction responses to IL-15. A cleaved soluble form of CD215 known as sIL-15RA has also been reported which can bind and antagonize IL-15 activity. By binding to its heterotrimeric receptor, IL-15 plays crucial roles in innate immunity, eg, through the activation of NK cells and adaptive immunity, eg, in enhancing the survival of CD8+ memory T cells.
BD® CompBeads can be used as surrogates to assess fluorescence spillover (Compensation). When fluorochrome conjugated antibodies are bound to CompBeads, they have spectral properties very similar to cells. However, for some fluorochromes there can be small differences in spectral emissions compared to cells, resulting in spillover values that differ when compared to biological controls. It is strongly recommended that when using a reagent for the first time, users compare the spillover on cell and CompBead to ensure that BD® CompBeads are appropriate for your specific cellular application.
Store undiluted at 4°C and protected from prolonged exposure to light. Do not freeze. The monoclonal antibody was purified from tissue culture supernatant or ascites by affinity chromatography. The antibody was conjugated to the dye under optimum conditions and unconjugated antibody and free dye were removed.
1. Please refer to www.bdbiosciences.com/us/s/resources for technical protocols.
2. Source of all serum proteins is from USDA inspected abattoirs located in the United States.
3. Caution: Sodium azide yields highly toxic hydrazoic acid under acidic conditions. Dilute azide compounds in running water before discarding to avoid accumulation of potentially explosive deposits in plumbing.
4. This reagent has been pre-diluted for use at the recommended Volume per Test. We typically use 1 × 10^6 cells in a 100-µl experimental sample (a test).
5. This APC-conjugated reagent can be used in any flow cytometer equipped with a dye, HeNe, or red diode laser.
6. For fluorochrome spectra and suitable instrument settings, please refer to our Multicolor Flow Cytometry web page at www.bdbiosciences.com/colors.
7. An isotype control should be used at the same concentration as the antibody of interest.
8. Please refer to http://regdocs.bd.com to access safety data sheets (SDS).
