Abcam, ab289048, Human IFITM1 knockout A549 cell line

Size: 1000000Cells / vial
IFITM1 KO cell line available to order. KO validated by Next Generation Sequencing. Free of charge wild type control available. 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:A549,
Species or organism:Human,
Tissue:Lung,
Form:LiquidSee storage information,
Knockout validation:Next Generation Sequencing,
Disease: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-IFITM1, Gene editing type-Knockout, Gene editing method-CRISPR technology, Knockout validation-Next Generation Sequencing, 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.
IFITM1 also known as Interferon-Induced Transmembrane Protein 1 has a molecular weight of approximately 14 kDa. It is a transmembrane protein that plays an important role in host defense mechanisms. IFITM1 is expressed in various tissues including the respiratory tract gastrointestinal tract and the immune system where it serves in defending against pathogenic infections. The protein is usually found on the cell membrane and becomes highly expressed in response to interferon signaling.
Biological function summary
This protein inhibits viral entry by restricting the fusion of viral membranes with host cell membranes. IFITM1 does not function alone; it is part of the IFITM family which includes IFITM2 and IFITM3 each contributing to antiviral defense. The protein is strategically positioned to prevent the spread of viruses by blocking them from entering new cells which is important for managing viral propagation.
Pathways
IFITM1 engages the innate immune response pathway responding to viral infections by acting as a barrier to viral entry. It works alongside related proteins such as IFITM2 and IFITM3 within this pathway. IFITM1 is also part of the interferon pathway where its expression is upregulated in response to interferon signals. This relationship highlights its role in the immune response acting as a frontline protector against the invasion of viruses like influenza and others.
IFITM1 has a significant role in the context of viral infections and certain cancers. It is linked to resistance to viral infections such as influenza showing its importance in antiviral defense. In cancer aberrant expression of IFITM1 is observed in various types including breast and colorectal cancers impacting tumor progression and metastasis. The relationship of IFITM1 with interferon signaling highlights potential therapeutic targets where modulating its activity could influence disease outcomes.