This antibody reacts with a reduction-resistant epitope present in both free and SIgA bound Secretory component. It does not react with the cell lines lacking this protein. The antibody is useful for studying the distribution and level of both free and bound secretory component. Secretory component is differentially expressed in epithelium, and the antibody is a popular marker for identifying subpopulations of epithelial cells and epithelial differentiation. The Secretory component antibody is a useful research tool for studying mucosal immunity, inflammation, remodeling, differentiation and tumorigenesis, all processes associated with differential secretory component expression.

Store the Secretory Component antibody at 2-8°C (with azide) or aliquot and store at -20°C or colder (without azide).