Description
Key facts
Purity:>98% SDS-PAGE,
Endotoxin level:< 1 EU/µg,
Expression system:HEK 293 cells,
Tags:His tag C-Terminus,
Applications:SDS-PAGE, FuncSSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Biologically active:Yes,
Biological activity:Measured by its ability to inhibit mIFNγ mediated protection of L929 cells infected with vesicular stomatitisvirus (VSV). The ED50 for this effect is 40-200 ng/mL.,
Accession:P15261,
Animal free:No,
Carrier free:No,
Species:Mouse,
Storage buffer:pH: 7.4Constituents: PBS
Properties and Storage Information:
Shipped at conditions-Ambient - Can Ship with Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions--20°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions--20°C, Aliquoting information-Upon delivery aliquot, Storage information-Avoid freeze / thaw cycle
Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
The IFNGR1 protein also known as Interferon Gamma Receptor 1 is an integral component of the cell surface receptor for interferon-gamma (IFN-γ). It possesses a mass of approximately 53 kDa. IFNGR1 is expressed in various cell types including immune cells such as T cells and macrophages and is also present in other cell lines like HEK 293. This receptor binds to its specific ligand IFN-γ initiating a series of intracellular events that are essential for immune response modulation.
Biological function summary
IFNGR1 functions as part of the interferon-gamma receptor complex working alongside the IFNGR2 subunit. This interaction with IFNGR2 is important for the receptor to properly transmit signals inside the cell. The binding of interferon-gamma to this receptor complex activates the JAK-STAT signaling pathway promoting the transcription of genes that enhance the antimicrobial activity of immune cells and regulate cellular immunity.
Pathways
The IFNGR1 protein plays an important role in the JAK-STAT signaling pathway which is critical for mediating responses to interferon-gamma. Upon activation by IFN-γ IFNGR1 recruits JAK kinases leading to the phosphorylation of STAT1 a significant transcription factor. STAT1 then dimerizes and translocates to the nucleus where it induces the expression of genes involved in immune defense and inflammation. This process is vital for the body's ability to handle infections and other immunological challenges.
IFNGR1 is associated with susceptibility to infections and certain immune-related disorders. Mutations or deficiencies in IFNGR1 can lead to Mendelian Susceptibility to Mycobacterial Disease (MSMD) where individuals show increased vulnerability to mycobacterial infections. Additionally improper signaling through IFNGR1 is linked to chronic granulomatous disease which can involve defective functioning of the NADPH oxidase complex. Understanding IFNGR1's function and interactions is important for exploring new therapeutic strategies for these disorders.
