| Application | Recommended Dilution |
|---|---|
| FC | 1:20-1:500 |
Complement component C5 occupies a pivotal position in the complement cascade, serving as the molecular switch between the inflammatory and membrane attack phases of innate immunity. Upon cleavage by C5 convertases, C5 generates the potent anaphylatoxin C5a, which drives neutrophil chemotaxis and inflammatory signaling, alongside C5b, which initiates assembly of the membrane attack complex. This dual functionality makes C5 a compelling target for researchers investigating complement-mediated inflammation, autoimmune pathology, and therapeutic intervention strategies in conditions ranging from paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria to neurodegenerative disease.
This recombinant monoclonal antibody, clone 13H2, offers the reproducibility and molecular definition that complement research demands. Developed using recombinant technology with a defined mouse IgG2a framework, it delivers the lot-to-lot consistency essential for longitudinal studies and quantitative assays where subtle variations in antibody performance could compromise data interpretation. The antibody was raised against recombinant human C5 protein and demonstrates validated reactivity with human samples.
Flow cytometry validation confirms reliable surface detection of C5 on HeLa cells, with effective staining demonstrated at dilutions from 1:20 to 1:500, providing flexibility to optimize signal-to-noise ratios across different experimental contexts. The antibody is additionally validated for ELISA applications, supporting both cell-based and biochemical approaches to C5 quantification.
Supplied in a glycerol-stabilized PBS formulation ready for immediate use, this antibody serves immunology researchers exploring complement biology, inflammatory mechanisms, and the growing field of complement-targeted therapeutics.
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