Abcam, ab116984, Recombinant Human CD6/T12 protein

Size: 10µg
Recombinant Human CD6/T12 protein is a Human Fragment protein, in the 308 to 400 aa range, expressed in Wheat germ, suitable for SDS-PAGE, ELISA, WB.
Key facts
Expression system:Wheat germ,
Tags:Tag free,
Applications:WB, SDS-PAGE, ELISASee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Biologically active:No,
Accession:P30203,
Animal free:No,
Carrier free:No,
Species:Human,
Storage buffer:pH: 8Constituents: 0.79% Tris HCl, 0.3% Glutathione

Product details:
This product was previously labelled as CD6.

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.
CD6 also known as T12 is a glycoprotein expressed on T cells and some subsets of B cells. The protein has a molecular mass of approximately 105-130 kDa. CD6 is primarily located on the surface of thymocytes mature T lymphocytes and on some B cell lines. It plays an important role in the immunological synapse serving as a receptor that aids in cell-to-cell communication during immune responses. The CD6 protein is also detectable in immune tissues including the spleen and lymph nodes.
Biological function summary
CD6 functions involve T cell maturation and proliferation. The protein is part of the lymphocyte activation complex contributing to the modulation of T cell receptor (TCR) signaling. It interacts with other cell surface proteins such as CD3 and CD28 to influence the response of T cells to antigens. CD6 potentially modulates the threshold for T cell activation favoring the adjustment of immune responses to various antigens.
Pathways
CD6 participates in the signaling pathways that regulate adaptive immune responses. It is involved in the T cell receptor (TCR) signaling pathway essential for T cell activation and differentiation. CD6 interacts with proteins like LCK and ZAP-70 which are pivotal for the TCR signaling cascade. Additionally CD6's role in immune synapse formation connects it to the modulation of cytokine production and immune cell communication.
CD6 associates with autoimmune diseases and multiple sclerosis. The protein's involvement in T cell activation and immune regulation makes it a candidate for studies targeting autoimmune pathologies. Autoimmune disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis have shown links with CD6's activity as its deregulation can lead to inappropriate immune responses. Additionally CD6's interaction with proteins like CD166 has implications in the pathogenesis of these disorders indicating a potential target for therapeutic interventions.