Associates with IL12B to form the IL-23 interleukin, a heterodimeric cytokine which functions in innate and adaptive immunity. IL-23 may constitute with IL-17 an acute response to infection in peripheral tissues. IL-23 binds to a heterodimeric receptor complex composed of IL12RB1 and IL23R, activates the Jak- Stat signaling cascade, stimulates memory rather than naive T- cells and promotes production of proinflammatory cytokines. IL-23 induces autoimmune inflammation and thus may be responsible for autoimmune inflammatory diseases and may be important for tumorigenesis.

The stated application concentrations are suggested starting points. Titration of the IL-23 antibody may be required due to differences in protocols and secondary/substrate sensitivity.

Amino acids 33-67 from the human protein were used as the immunogen for this IL-23 antibody.

Aliquot the IL-23 antibody and store frozen at -20oC or colder. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.