Abcam, ab86059, Anti-GAS 6 antibody [RM0084-6J2]

Size: 50µg
Rat Monoclonal GAS 6 antibody. Suitable for WB and reacts with Mouse samples. Immunogen corresponding to Recombinant Full Length Protein corresponding to Mouse Gas6.
Key facts
Host species:Rat,
Clonality:Monoclonal,
Clone number:RM0084-6J2,
Isotype:IgG2,
Carrier free:No,
Reacts with:Mouse,
Applications:WBSee reactivity dataSee the reactivity data table below for information on validated species and application combinations.,
Immunogen:Recombinant Full Length Protein corresponding to Mouse Gas6.Q61592

Properties and Storage Information:
Form-Liquid, Purification technique-Affinity purification Protein A/G, Purification notes-The IgG fraction of culture supernatant was purified by Protein A/G affinity chromatography., Storage buffer-Constituents: PBS, Shipped at conditions-Blue Ice, 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.
The protein Gas6 also known as growth arrest-specific 6 weighs approximately 75 kDa and functions mechanically as a ligand for the TAM (Tyro3 Axl and Mer) receptor tyrosine kinases. Gas6 protein facilitates cell signaling by binding especially to AXL receptor initiating various downstream cellular responses. It is widely expressed in different tissues including the nervous system cardiovascular system and kidneys. Additionally its expression increases in response to cellular stress and inflammatory stimuli.
Biological function summary
Gas6 influences several cellular processes such as cell survival proliferation and migration. Gas6 exerts its effects in a complex with AXL receptor which is part of a larger network involving other TAM receptors. By activating AXL Gas6 modulates immune responses inflammation and tissue repair. The protein also plays a significant role in phagocytosis helping remove apoptotic cells thereby maintaining tissue homeostasis.
Pathways
The Gas6 protein is significantly engaged in the PI3K/AKT signaling pathway important for promoting cell survival and inhibiting apoptosis. Additionally Gas6 interacts with the NF-kB pathway which regulates inflammation and immune responses. Both pathways highlight the synergy between Gas6 and AXL emphasizing their contribution to cellular integrity and response to injury.
Gas6's dysregulation associates with cancer and atherosclerosis. In oncogenesis altered Gas6-AXL signaling promotes tumor progression and resistance to therapy implicating it in diverse cancers. Meanwhile in cardiovascular diseases elevated Gas6 levels correlate with atherosclerosis interacting with inflammatory proteins such as interleukins. Understanding Gas6's role in these conditions offers potential for therapeutic targeting and biomarker development.