Abcam, ab266291, Human GNG5 knockout HEK-293T cell line

Size: 2 x 1000000Cells / vial / 1000000Cells / vial
GNG5 KO cell line available to order. KO validated by. Free of charge wild type control available. Knockout achieved by using CRISPR/Cas9, 1 bp insertion in exon 2 and 2 bp deletion in exon 2 and 7 bp deletion in exon 2. 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:HEK-293T,
Species or organism:Human,
Tissue:Kidney,
Form:LiquidSee storage information,
Knockout validation:Sanger Sequencing,
Mutation description:Knockout achieved by using CRISPR/Cas9, 1 bp insertion in exon 2 and 2 bp deletion in exon 2 and 7 bp deletion in exon 2

Product details:
We will provide viable cells that proliferate on revival.
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Properties and Storage Information:
Gene name-GNG5, Gene editing type-Knockout, Gene editing method-CRISPR technology, Knockout validation-Sanger 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.
GNG5 also known as Guanine Nucleotide-Binding Protein G(I)/G(S)/G(O) Subunit Gamma-5 plays a role in the function of G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs). It is a small protein subunit with a known mass of about 8 kDa. This protein is expressed in many tissues making it widely available for participation in various signaling pathways. The main function of GNG5 revolves around its association with the other G protein subunits in signal transduction where it is important in transmitting extracellular signals processed by receptors.
Biological function summary
GNG5 functions as part of the larger G protein complex. It interacts with G alpha and G beta subunits to form the complete heterotrimeric G protein essential for GPCR signal transduction. By facilitating GDP-GTP exchange in the G alpha component GNG5 helps in activating downstream signaling cascades that influence physiological functions. Its involvement in cellular communication highlights its importance in biological processes like sensory perception and hormone responses.
Pathways
GNG5 participates importantly in the G protein signaling pathway and the GPCR downstream pathway. During signal transduction GNG5 interacts with the G beta subunit to maintain the functional G protein state. This protein also has a relationship with other G proteins such as GNAI1 (Guanine Nucleotide Binding Protein Alpha Inhibiting Activity Polypeptide 1) reflecting its coordination in complex signaling pathways. These pathways are integral to key cellular responses and adaptability to external stimuli.
GNG5 has a connection to conditions like cancer and metabolic disorders. Aberrant expression or dysfunction of this protein could lead to disruptions in normal signaling contributing to oncogenic pathways. GNG5's interactions with other G proteins such as GNAS (Guanine Nucleotide Binding Protein Alpha Stimulating) highlight its involvement in disease-linked molecular mechanisms. Its role in these disorders makes it a potential target for therapeutic research.