{"product_id":"abcam-ab243124","title":"Abcam, ab243124, Recombinant human beta 2 Defensin\/BD-2 protein (Active)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSize: 100µg\u003cbr\u003e\nRecombinant human beta 2 Defensin\/BD-2 protein (Active) is a Human Full Length protein, in the 24 to 64 aa range, expressed in Escherichia coli, with \u0026gt;98%, \u0026lt; 1 EU\/µg endotoxin level, suitable for SDS-PAGE, FuncS, HPLC.\u003cbr\u003e\nKey facts\u003cbr\u003e\nPurity:\u0026gt;98% SDS-PAGE,\u003cbr\u003e\nEndotoxin level:\u0026lt; 1 EU\/µg,\u003cbr\u003e\nExpression system:Escherichia coli,\u003cbr\u003e\nTags:Tag free,\u003cbr\u003e\nApplications:FuncS, SDS-PAGE, HPLCSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,\u003cbr\u003e\nBiologically active:Yes,\u003cbr\u003e\nBiological activity:Fully biologically active when compared to standard. The biological activity determined by a chemotaxis bioassay using immature human dendritic cells is in a concentration range of 10-100 ng\/ml.,\u003cbr\u003e\nAccession:O15263,\u003cbr\u003e\nAnimal free:No,\u003cbr\u003e\nCarrier free:Yes,\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecies:Human,\u003cbr\u003e\nReconstitution:Reconstitute in water or 0.1% BSA aqueous buffer,\u003cbr\u003e\nStorage buffer:Constituents: 0.75% Sodium chloride, 0.16% Sodium phosphate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProperties and Storage Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nShipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions--20°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions--20°C, Storage information-Avoid freeze \/ thaw cycle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupplementary Information:\u003cbr\u003e\nThis supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.\u003cbr\u003e\nBeta 2 defensin also known as BD-2 or beta-defensin 2 is a small antimicrobial peptide with a molecular mass of about 4.6 kDa. It plays an important role in the innate immune response by disrupting microbial membranes. BD-2 is expressed in epithelial cells making it important for creating a protective barrier in the skin respiratory tract and urogenital tract. This peptide acts directly against bacteria fungi and some viruses helping to maintain microbial homeostasis in these areas.\u003cbr\u003e\nBiological function summary\u003cbr\u003e\nBeta 2 defensin serves as a critical component of host defense mechanisms. It not only shows antimicrobial properties but also influences inflammatory processes. BD-2 interacts with immune cells recruiting and activating them for enhanced defense response. Presently there is no evidence of beta 2 defensin being part of a larger protein complex focusing its function on immediate immune response and cellular signaling in areas it is expressed.\u003cbr\u003e\nPathways\u003cbr\u003e\nBeta 2 defensin engages in critical pathways of immune protection. It is part of the toll-like receptor signaling pathway and engages the NF-kB pathway. These pathways are essential for activating immune responses when pathogens are recognized. Additionally beta 2 defensin interacts with other defensins and related antimicrobial peptides to mount an effective immune response coordinating with various cytokines and chemokines to balance protective actions.\u003cbr\u003e\nBeta 2 defensin has connections to inflammatory and autoimmune conditions. It has a potential link to psoriasis where its expression levels are increased serving both protective and inflammatory roles. BD-2 is also investigated in cystic fibrosis where its impaired function can contribute to chronic lung infections. In these conditions the altered balance of BD-2 associates it with proteins involved in immune dysregulation contributing to the pathophysiology of these disorders.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Abcam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46843949351081,"sku":"ab243124","price":0.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/iright.com\/ar\/products\/abcam-ab243124","provider":"Iright","version":"1.0","type":"link"}