Synonym(s)
N-CAM; neural cell adhesion molecule
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markers for: NK lymphocytes, NK cell leukemias, T cells (sub), neuroectodermal cells
Structure: Membrane glycoprotein (140 kDa); Clone: 123C3, ERIC-1
Application: FACS, IHC (P) (G), IF
(see below) Cluster of differentiation
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CD56 is also expressed by large granular lymphocytes. The antigen is also present on neuronal tissues and some tumors. When activated, a higher antigen density is found.
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- Hantschke M et al (2016) Immunohistological techniques. In: L. Cerroni et al. histopathology of the skin. Springer publishing house Berlin-Heidelberg p. 26-33.
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer