This gene encodes the highly polymorphic major histocompatability complex class I chain-related protein A. The protein product is expressed on the cell surface, although unlike canonical class I molecules it does not seem to associate with beta-2-microglobulin. It is a ligand for the NKG2-D type II integral membrane protein receptor. And the protein functions as a stress-induced antigen that is broadly recognized by intestinal epithelial gamma delta T cells. Variations in this gene have been associated with susceptibility to psoriasis 1 and psoriatic arthritis, and the shedding of MICA-related antibodies and ligands is involved in the progression from monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance to multiple myeloma. Alternative splicing of this gene results in multiple transcript variants.
Formulation
0.5mg/ml if reconstituted with 0.2ml sterile DI water
Host
Rabbit
Immunogen Region
Amino acids QSHWQTFHVSAVAAAAKFVEIIFYVRCCKKK of human MICA were used as the immunogen for the MICA antibody.
Isotype
IgG
Predicted Reactivity
Human
Reactivity
Human
Recombinant
No
Antigen
MICA
Uniprot
Q29983
Format
Antigen affinity purified
Purification
Antigen affinity
Storage
After reconstitution, the MICA antibody can be stored for up to one month at 4°C. For long-term, aliquot and store at -20°C. Avoid repeated freezing and thawing.