Abcam, ab288659-100Test, Alexa Fluor® 488 Anti-CD72 antibody [3F3]

Supplementary information
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Biological function summary
CD72 functions as a regulatory protein that influences B cell activity by modulating BCR signaling thresholds. CD72 is part of receptor-ligand complexes on the B cell surface. It operates alongside other proteins like CD5 and SHP-1 to fine-tune immune responses. By interacting with these proteins CD72 helps in maintaining immune balance and prevents overactivation that can lead to autoimmune reactions. This protein modulates both positive and negative signaling affecting B cell survival and differentiation.
Pathways
CD72 influences immune response pathways specifically the BCR signaling pathway and the downstream PI3K-Akt pathway. As a negative regulator CD72 works in tandem with proteins such as Lyn and SHP-1 to attenuate BCR signal transduction. These signaling cascades play a role in immune responses lymphocyte development and adaptation. The involvement of CD72 in these pathways illustrates its function in balancing the intensity of signals received by B cells ultimately affecting immune response outcomes.