Abcam, ab270472, Human CBFB knockout A-431 cell line

Size: 2 x 1000000Cells / vial / 1000000Cells / vial
CBFB KO cell line available to order. KO validated by Next Generation Sequencing, Western blot. Free of charge wild type control available. Knockout achieved by CRISPR/Cas9 X = 19 bp deletion Frameshift = 99.99%. To order both knockout and wild-type control cells: select 2 x 1000000Cells/vial. To order only knockout cells: select 1000000Cells/vial.
Key facts
Cell type:A-431,
Species or organism:Human,
Tissue:Skin,
Form:LiquidSee storage information,
Knockout validation:Next Generation Sequencing,Western blot,
Mutation description:Knockout achieved by CRISPR/Cas9 X = 19 bp deletion Frameshift = 99.99%,
Disease:Epidermoid Carcinoma

Product details:
We will provide viable cells that proliferate on revival.
This product is subject to limited use licenses from The Broad Institute and ERS Genomics Limited, and is developed with patented technology. For full details of the limited use licenses and relevant patents please refer to our
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Properties and Storage Information:
Gene name-CBFB, Gene editing type-Knockout, Gene editing method-CRISPR technology, Knockout validation-Next Generation Sequencing, Western blot, Shipped at conditions-Dry Ice, Appropriate short-term storage conditions--196°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions--196°C

Supplementary Information:
This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
CBFb also known as Core-Binding Factor Subunit Beta weighs approximately 22 kDa. It plays an important role in gene regulation by stabilizing the DNA binding of core-binding factor alpha (CBFA) subunits such as RUNX proteins. CBFb does not bind DNA directly. Instead it enhances the affinity of the RUNX family for their DNA targets. CBFb is broadly expressed in various tissues with high levels observed in hematopoietic cells.
Biological function summary
CBFb forms a complex with RUNX transcription factors facilitating their function. The complex is essential for hematopoiesis as it regulates the expression of genes critical for blood cell differentiation and proliferation. CBFb is involved in bone development influencing the formation of bone-related genes. This CBFb/RUNX complex plays a role in regulating the cell cycle and apoptosis fundamental processes for maintaining cellular integrity.
Pathways
More than one signaling pathway includes CBFb's involvement. Particularly it participates in the Wnt signaling pathway an important player in cell differentiation. Additionally CBFb/RUNX complex regulates genes downstream in the TGF-beta signaling pathway impacting cellular proliferation and differentiation. Through these pathways CBFb is linked to proteins like SMAD3 further emphasizing its role in mediating various biological processes.
Abnormalities in CBFb function connect to acute myeloid leukemia (AML). CBFb's interaction with RUNX1 can result in a chromosomal translocation that generates the CBFb-MYH11 fusion protein which disrupts normal hematopoiesis and contributes to leukemogenesis. Moreover CBFb variations associate with cleidocranial dysplasia a skeletal disorder through its interaction with the RUNX2 protein highlighting its significance in bone development.