Recombinant Mouse TRANCE (RANKL) (carrier-free)

RANKL gene encodes a type II membrane protein of 316 amino acids with a predicted molecular mass of 35 kD. RANKL is cleaved to produce a soluble form with biological activity. The shedding of membrane-bound RANKL appears to be mediated by expression of matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) 14 and ADAM10. Suppression of MMP14 in primary osteoblasts increases membrane-bound RANKL and promotes osteoclastogenesis in cocultures with macrophages. Therefore, RANKL shedding seems to be an important process that down-regulates local osteoclastogenesis. Alternatively, an increased production of RANKL by osteoblastic cells leads to osteoclast differentiation, activation, and survival, which results in increased bone resorption. Binding of RANKL to its receptor RANK activates TNF receptor- associated factor 6 (TRAF6), which is linked to downstream pathways including NF-kB, c-jun N-terminal kinase (JNK) or Src. TRAF6 has been shown to be necessary for the differentiation of osteoclastic cells by enhancing Src kinase, essential for osteoclast function.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Catalog Number

577102

Size

10 microg

Gene Id

21943

Storage Temp

-20 C or -70 C

Shipping Temp

Blue Ice

Storage Buffer

Unopened vial can be stored at 4C for three months, at -20C for six months, or at -70C for one year. For maximum results, quick spin vial prior to opening. Stock solutions should be prepared at no less than 10 microg/mL in sterile buffer containing carrier protein such as 1% BSA or HSA or 10% FBS. After dilution, the cytokine can be stored at 4C for one month or from -20C to -70C for up to 3 months. Avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles.

Alternative Names

TRANCE, RANKL, OPGL, ODF, SOFA, TNFSF-11, CD254

Regulatory Status

RUO