Abcam, ab163104, Recombinant Human GPCR GPRC5D protein

Size: 10µg
Recombinant Human GPCR GPRC5D protein is a Human Fragment protein, in the 261 to 345 aa range, expressed in Wheat germ, suitable for ELISA, WB.
Key facts
Expression system:Wheat germ,
Tags:GST tag N-Terminus,
Applications:ELISA, WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Biologically active:No,
Accession:Q9NZD1,
Animal free:No,
Carrier free:No,
Species:Human,
Storage buffer:pH: 8Constituents: 0.79% Tris HCl, 0.31% Glutathione

Properties and Storage Information:
Shipped at conditions-Dry Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions--80°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions--80°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 GPCR GPRC5D also known as the GPRC5D protein or by the code 6D9 in certain research contexts is a member of the G-protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) superfamily. This family acts as a significant mediator of cellular responses to external signals. The GPRC5D has a mass of approximately 56 kDa. It is mainly expressed in the human bone marrow and the keratinocytes of the skin with notable absence in other tissues. It also appears in certain immune cells indicating its potential involvement in immune system responses.
Biological function summary
The role of GPCR GPRC5D centers on cell signaling mechanisms within the immune system. GPCR GPRC5D engages in intracellular signaling cascades that modulate immune functions although it is not known to be part of a larger receptor complex. Its function may involve interactions with molecules that transmit environmental signals into cellular responses enhancing its importance in immune regulation and possibly other cellular functions.
Pathways
GPCR GPRC5D participates in signaling pathways like the immune regulation pathway and the skin development pathway. It relates to proteins such as arrestins which link GPCRs to downstream signaling pathways. This connection hints at a regulatory role in cellular response where GPCR GPRC5D acts as a conduit for signal transduction balancing cellular responses to external stimuli and maintaining cellular homeostasis.
GPCR GPRC5D has associations with multiple myeloma and psoriasis. Its expression in bone marrow links it to multiple myeloma where its level might impact cancer progression. Proteins such as interleukin-17 and others relevant to psoriasis are connected to GPCR GPRC5D through skin-related pathways suggesting its role in inflammatory responses and potential as a therapeutic target for skin disorders. This illustrates GPRC5D's relevance in specific pathological conditions offering avenues for research into targeted treatments.