Abcam, ab317410, Anti-MSP/MST1 antibody [S04-1D6]

Size: 100µL
Rabbit Monoclonal MSP/MST1 antibody. Suitable for WB, IHC-P and reacts with Human, Rat samples. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human MST1.
Key facts
Host species:Rabbit,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:S04-1D6,
Isotype:IgG,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Human, Rat,
Applications:WB, IHC-PSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Synthetic Peptide within Human MST1.P26927

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification, Storage buffer-pH: 7.4Preservative: 0.01% Sodium azideConstituents: 55.08% Water, 40% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 0.98% Tris glycine, 0.88% Sodium chloride, 0.05% BSA, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, Appropriate short-term storage duration-1-2 weeks, Appropriate short-term storage conditions-+4°C, Appropriate long-term storage conditions--20°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.
MSP/MST1 also known as macrophage stimulating protein is a serine protease family protein with a molecular mass of approximately 80 kDa. It expresses in various tissues with significant presence in liver tissue. MST1 is a precursor protein that undergoes proteolytic cleavage to become its active form. MSP protein plays an important role in signaling processes acting as a ligand for the RON receptor tyrosine kinase triggering downstream effects in various cellular systems.
Biological function summary
MSP protein contributes to numerous cellular events including migration differentiation and survival. It forms a complex with the RON receptor facilitating cell signaling cascades that influence these processes. MSP is key in the regulation of immune responses and tissue remodeling which makes it significant in inflammation and wound healing contexts. It influences macrophage activity promoting their ability to clear pathogens and repair tissues.
Pathways
MSP protein is integral to the HGF/MET signaling pathway and the related MSP/RON pathway. These pathways are involved in cellular growth motility and morphogenesis with a notable impact on epithelial cellular dynamics. MST1 through its interaction with RON influences c-Met and related pathways that intertwine with cell cycle regulation. The crosstalk with hepatocyte growth factor (HGF) can further elucidate the sophisticated regulation of cellular functions where MSP plays a role.
MSP protein has been implicated in cancer progression and inflammatory diseases. It associates closely with the progression of certain carcinomas through its interaction with the RON receptor influencing tumor proliferation and metastasis. Additionally the dysregulation of MSP is associated with chronic inflammatory conditions linking it to key pathway proteins such as HGF. The therapeutic targeting of MSP might offer insights into anticancer and anti-inflammatory treatment strategies.