Cytokeratin 5 (KRT5) (Basal, Myoepithelial & Mesothelial Cell Marker)(KRT5/3594), CF488A conjugate, 0.1mg/mL

IHC, FFPE (verified)

Cytokeratin 5

Room temperature

58 kDa

This MAb recognizes a protein of 58 kDa, which is identified as Cytokeratin 5 (KRT5). This type II cytokeratin is specifically expressed in the basal layer of the epidermis with family member KRT14. Antibodies to KRT5 identify basal cells of squamous and glandular epithelia, myoepithelia, and mesothelium. Anti-cytokeratin 5 has been reported useful in the differential diagnosis of metastatic carcinoma in the pleura versus epithelioid mesothelioma. Almost all squamous cell carcinomas, half of transitional carcinomas, and many undifferentiated large cell carcinomas express. Anti-KRT5, along with anti-p63, affords a high sensitivity and specificity for squamous differentiation. Myoepithelial cells of the breast, glandular epithelia, and basal cells of the prostate are labeled with anti-KRT5. Primary antibodies are available purified, or with a selection of fluorescent CF® Dyes and other labels. CF® Dyes offer exceptional brightness and photostability. Note: Conjugates of blue fluorescent dyes like CF®405S and CF®405M are not recommended for detecting low abundance targets, because blue dyes have lower fluorescence and can give higher non-specific background than other dye colors.

Protect from light

Stable at room temperature or 37°C (98°F) for 7 days.

Primary and secondary antibodies for multiple methodology
immunostaining detection application

0.1 mg/mL

Guaranteed for at least 24 months from date of receipt when stored as recommended

Monoclonal

KRT5

MCF-7 or HeLa cells. Human tonsil, esophagus or bladder tissue (IHC).

Epidermal cells

Cytokeratin 5