CD178, otherwise known as Fas Ligand/ CD95L, is a 40kD type II transmembrane glycoprotein and member of the TNF/NGF superfamily, expressed by activated T cells and NK cells, which can be induced on a variety of cells by radiation, heat shock, chemotherapeutic agents and viral infection.
CD178 acts as a key effector of cytotoxicity and in the regulation of immune responses. The binding of CD178 to its receptor CD95 (Fas), induces Fas-mediated apoptosis of target cells, and may be involved in the induction of peripheral tolerance and neutrophil chemotaxis. The binding of decoy receptor 3 (DcR3) to CD178 has been shown to inhibit CD178-mediated apoptosis.
C2442-32M1 is reported to block CD178/CD95 induced apoptosis.
Applications:
Suitable for use in Flow Cytometry and Functional Assays. Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution:
Flow Cytometry: 1:25-1:200; 10ul labels 10e6 cells in 100ul
Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.
Endotoxin: (same/less than)1EU/ug
Storage and Stability:
May be stored at 4 degrees C for short-term only. For long-term storage and to avoid repeated freezing and thawing, aliquot and store at -20 degrees C. Aliquots are stable for at least 12 months at -20 degrees C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap. Further dilutions can be made in assay buffer.