The RM4-5 monoclonal antibody binds to mouse CD4, a 55 kDa protein which acts as a co-receptor for the T cell receptor (TCR) in its interaction with MHC Class II molecules on antigen-presenting cells. The extracellular domain of CD4 binds to the beta2-domain of MHC Class II, while its cytoplasmic tail provides a binding site for the tyrosine kinase lck, facilitating the signaling cascade that initiates T cell activation. CD4 is typically expressed on thymocytes, certain mature T cell populations such as Th17 and T regulatory (Treg) cells, as well as on dendritic cells. The RM4-5 antibody is widely used as a phenotypic marker for CD4 expression. If used together, the RM4-5 antibody and an alternative antibody, Anti-Mouse CD4 clone GK1.5, will "compete" for binding, i.e., RM4-5 antibody is able to block GK1.5 antibody binding to cells. In contrast, RM4-5 antibody does not block the binding of Anti-Mouse CD4 clone RM4-4 to cells.

The antibody was conjugated to a fluorophore and purified by chromatography.

PRODUCT DETAILS

Clone: RM4-5

Specificity: CD4

Reactivity: Mouse

Format: cFluor^® V780*

Isotype: Rat IgG2a, κ

Tested Dilution: 5 µL / test

Application: Flow Cytometry

Storage: 2-8°C and protected from light. Do not freeze

Formulation: Phosphate-buffered saline, pH 7.2, containing 0.1% PEG 3350, 0.1% Pluronic F-68, 0.05% Tween-20, 0.09% sodium azide and 1% BSA (BSA Country of Origin USA)

Data Sheets: TDS | SDS

RECOMMENDED USAGE

Each lot of this antibody is quality control tested using flow cytometric analysis. For flow cytometric staining, the suggested use of this reagent is 5 µL per 1 million cells in a staining volume of 100 µL. It is recommended that users titrate the antibody to obtain the optimal result for their specific application.

Please briefly centrifuge the reagent vial before use.

Use appropriate personal protective equipment per the product safety data sheet when using this product.

REFERENCES
1. Willinger T and Flavell RA. 2012. Proc. Natl. Acad. Sci. 109:8670-8675.

For research use only. Not intended for use in diagnostic procedures.

*Cytek cFluor^® V780 is StarBright^™ Violet 790 Dye, manufactured and provided by Bio-Rad, Inc.

StarBright is a trademark of Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc. in certain jurisdictions. StarBright Dyes are manufactured and provided by Bio-Rad under an Agreement between Bio-Rad supplied to a company, being subject to certain conditions.