TNF-R1 is a receptor for TNF-alpha and homotrimeric lymphotoxin-alpha. The adapter molecule FADD recruits caspase-8 to the activated receptor. The resulting death-inducing signaling complex (DISC) performs caspase-8 proteolytic activation which initiates the subsequent cascade of caspases (aspartate-specific cysteine proteases) mediating apoptosis.
Biological Activity:
TNF-R1:Fc fusion protein blocks TNF-alpha-mediated biological effect with an inhibitory activity in a concentration range of 0.1 to 1ug/ml.
Sequence:
The extracellular domain of human TNF-R1 (aa 22-211) is fused to the Fc portion of human IgG1.
Storage and Stability:
Short-term Storage: +4 degrees C
Long-term Storage: -20 degrees C
Stable for at least 6 months after receipt when stored at -20 degrees C.