Definition by CB12 monoclonal antibody of a differentiation marker specific for human monocytes and their bone marrow precursors

F. Malavasi, A. Funaro, G. Bellone, F. Caligaris-Cappio, G. Semenzato, A. P M Cappa, E. Ferrero, F. Novelli, M. Alessio, S. Demaria, P. Dellabona

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Abstract

The CB12 monoclonal antibody, which reacts with a molecule expressed on monocytes, was characterized using human embryonic material as immunizer. Analysis of the monoclonal antibody at the phenotypic, molecular, and functional levels indicates that its reactivity is restricted to circulating monocytes and their precursors in the bone marrow, whereas it is undetectable on tissue macrophages. CB12 displays a pattern of reactivity compatible with that of a marker of monocyte differentiation. Preliminary data indicate a possible receptor role for the CB12 molecule.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)276-285
Number of pages10
JournalCellular Immunology
Volume97
Issue number2
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1986

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Cell Biology
  • Immunology

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