Abcam, ab306807, Human VLDLR knockout U-87 MG cell line

Size: 1000000Cells / vial / 2 x 1000000Cells / vial
VLDLR KO cell line available to order. KO validated by Next Generation Sequencing, Western blot. Free of charge wild type control available. knockout. 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:U-87 MG,
Species or organism:Human,
Tissue:Brain,
Form:LiquidSee storage information,
Knockout validation:Next Generation Sequencing,Western blot,
Mutation description:knockout,
Disease:Glioblastoma

Product details:
Although we aim to provide customers with a homozygous clone, feasibility will be dependent on the biology of the protein. Should only heterozygous edits be achieved, you will be notified of the outcome and be asked to confirm whether the cell line is acceptable. All clones will be accompanied with DNA sequencing data, and the mutation description.
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
limited use license
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Properties and Storage Information:
Gene name-VLDLR, 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.
The VLDL Receptor also known as VLDL-R mediates the uptake of very low-density lipoproteins (VLDLs) into cells. This receptor has a molecular mass of approximately 104 kDa. It is structurally similar to the low-density lipoprotein (LDL) receptor and binds to apolipoprotein E-containing lipoproteins. VLDL-R expresses in several tissues including heart skeletal muscle and adipose tissue. Its distribution suggests an important role in lipid metabolism for energy production and storage.
Biological function summary
VLDL-R significantly influences lipid and lipoprotein metabolism by facilitating the endocytosis of triglyceride-rich particles. It functions within the larger receptor family known as the LDL receptor family. VLDL-R plays an important role in cellular lipid uptake and the subsequent supply of fatty acids which are necessary for various metabolic processes. This receptor does not function as part of a protein complex but its interactions with other proteins can alter its activity and the cell's metabolic state.
Pathways
This receptor influences lipid metabolism and energy homeostasis pathways. It directly impacts the lipid biosynthetic pathway by mediating the cellular uptake of lipid components necessary for these processes. The receptor interacts with proteins like apolipoprotein B and E which regulate lipoprotein assembly and clearance. In this pathway VLDL-R works conjunctionally with the LDL receptor to maintain lipid balance within the body.
VLDL-R relates to metabolic syndrome and obesity. Abnormalities in VLDL-R function can lead to dyslipidemia a risk factor for these conditions due to the mishandling of lipid uptake. This association connects VLDL-R to apolipoprotein E and B whose mutations can also contribute to these metabolic disorders. Understanding how VLDL-R operates in these contexts may provide insight into therapeutic targets for these widespread health issues.