Abcam, ab316452, Recombinant Human CTHRC1 Protein Standard (His tag)

Size: 10µg
Recombinant Human CTHRC1 Protein Standard (His tag) is a Human Full Length protein, expressed in HEK 293 cells, with >80%, suitable for sELISA, SDS-PAGE.
Key facts
Purity:>80% SDS-PAGE,
Expression system:HEK 293 cells,
Tags:His tag C-Terminus,
Applications:SDS-PAGE, sELISASee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Biologically active:No,
Accession:Q96CG8,
Animal free:Yes,
Carrier free:No,
Species:Human,
Storage buffer:pH: 7.3 - 7.5Constituents: 2.922% Sodium chloride, 0.64107% disodium;hydrogen phosphate;dodecahydrate, 0.02858% Potassium phosphate monobasic

Product details:
While the standard is the same as the one provided in the corresponding SimpleStep ELISA Kit, it cannot be treated as the consumable provided with our SimpleStep ELISA Kit due to differences in its concentration calibration.
Abcam guarantee that this protein standard is suitable for use in a sandwich ELISA. Individual results may vary due to differences in technique, laboratory equipment, buffers, and other experimental factors. The detection range provided for this protein standard is based on initial sandwich ELISA validation data.
The protein concentration is the concentration after validation on our sandwich ELISA platform. This Standard protein is guaranteed to work with our Capture and Detector antibodies in sELISA. Please contact our Scientific Support team to know which antibody pair is suitable for this protein.

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.
The CTHRC1 protein also known as Collagen Triple Helix Repeat Containing 1 is a secreted protein with a mass of approximately 28 kDa. It plays a mechanical role in the extracellular matrix by modulating collagen fibrillogenesis and cross-linking. Increased expression of CTHRC1 protein often appears in areas undergoing active remodeling like those around wound healing sites fibrotic lesions and certain tumor tissues. The expression is not uniform across tissues and often corresponds to areas requiring structural reorganization or repair.
Biological function summary
CTHRC1 impacts cell migration and invasion. It associates with several extracellular matrix components influencing cellular response through cytoskeletal reorganization. There is no evidence for its participation as a part of a larger protein complex. The modulation of collagen interactions by CTHRC1 enables it to play a significant role in angiogenesis and tissue repair processes affecting endothelial and fibroblast cell functions.
Pathways
CTHRC1 participates in signaling pathways related to Transforming Growth Factor-beta (TGF-β) and Wnt. In the TGF-β pathway it impacts cellular responses to growth signals enhancing remodeling and repair mechanisms. Through the Wnt signaling pathway CTHRC1 interacts with Dishevelled proteins assisting in regulation and pathway activation related to cell proliferation and migration. These pathways highlight its involvement in important biological processes that influence tissue structure and cell communication.
CTHRC1 has relevance to both cancer progression and fibrotic diseases. Its overexpression is often noted in breast cancer where it drives tumor growth and metastasis interacting with other matrix components. Similarly in fibrosis CTHRC1 contributes to excessive collagen deposition and tissue stiffness. Proteins like TGF-β intersect with CTHRC1 functions further modulating disease pathway outcomes. Understanding CTHRC1's role in these disorders could inform therapeutic targets for modulating matrix dynamics.