Abcam, ab273855, Human LCK knockout Jurkat cell line

Size: 2 x 1000000Cells / vial / 1000000Cells / vial
LCK 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 = 1 bp insertion, 2 bp insertion; Frameshift: 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:Jurkat,
Species or organism:Human,
Tissue:Blood,
Form:LiquidSee storage information,
Knockout validation:Next Generation Sequencing,Western blot,
Mutation description:Knockout achieved by CRISPR/Cas9; X = 1 bp insertion, 2 bp insertion; Frameshift: 99%,
Disease:Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma

Product details:
We will provide viable cells that proliferate on revival.
This product is subject to limited use licenses from The Broad Institute, ERS Genomics Limited and Sigma-Aldrich Co. LLC, and is developed with patented technology. For full details of the licenses and patents please refer to our
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Properties and Storage Information:
Gene name-LCK, 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.
Lck also known as lymphocyte-specific protein tyrosine kinase plays an important role in T-cell activation. It serves as an enzyme and is integral in the signal transduction of the immune system. Lck has a molecular weight of approximately 56 kDa. It is expressed predominantly in T lymphocytes and is part of the Src family kinases. This protein is important in phosphorylating substrates leading to downstream signaling events that are necessary for the proper immune function.
Biological function summary
Lck initiates and propagates T-cell receptor (TCR) signaling cascades. It interacts with the CD4 and CD8 co-receptors and triggers the activation of other kinases within the cell. Lck as part of a signaling complex associates with proteins such as ZAP-70 and LAT facilitating the assembly of larger molecular machines necessary for immune responses. Its activity is tightly regulated by phosphorylation with key sites being tyrosine 394 and 505.
Pathways
The Lck protein plays an essential role in TCR signaling and immune responses. It actively participates in the Lck signaling pathway setting off cascades that lead to T-cell activation and differentiation. It interacts closely with other proteins like Fyn and Src making sure that the pathway progresses correctly. In conjunction with the immune synapse Lck ensures the transmission of signals that allow the T-cells to respond to external antigens efficiently.
Defective Lck activity can contribute to immunodeficiencies and autoimmune diseases. Proper Lck function is linked to conditions like Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID) and lupus. Dysregulation in Lck activity may also affect proteins such as ZAP-70 worsening disease progression. Understanding Lck's participation in these conditions can lead to better therapeutic interventions and aid in developing targeted treatments for immune-related disorders.