Description
The protein encoded by this gene is similar to bacterial chitinases but lacks chitinase activity. The encoded protein is secreted and is involved in cartilage biogenesis. Several transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been found for this gene.

Specification
Aliases	CHIL2; YKL39; YKL-39
Swissprot	Q15782
Host/Isotype	Rabbit IgG
Antibody Type	Primary antibody
Storage	Store at 4°C short term. Aliquot and store at -20°C long term. Avoid freeze/thaw cycles.
Species Reactivity	Human
Immunogen	Fusion protein of human CHI3L2
Formulation	Purified antibody in PBS with 0.05% sodium azide and 50% glycerol.

Application
IHC	1/20-1/100
ELISA	1/5000-1/10000