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Rabbit Anti-IFNK/FITC Conjugated antibody
background:
IFNK is a member of the type I interferon family. Type I interferons are a group of related glycoproteins that play an important role in host defenses against viral infections. This protein is expressed in keratinocytes and the gene is found on chromosome 9, adjacent to the type I interferon cluster.
Function:
May play a role in the regulation of immune cell function. Cytokine that imparts cellular protection against viral infection in a species-specific manner. Activates the interferon-stimulated response element signaling pathway. It is able to directly modulate cytokine release from monocytes and dendritic cells. Binds heparin.
Subcellular Location:
Secreted.
Tissue Specificity:
Expressed in keratinocytes, monocytes and in resting dendritic cells.
Similarity:
Belongs to the alpha/beta interferon family.
Database links:
Entrez Gene: 56832 Human
Omim: 615326 Human
SwissProt: Q9P0W0 Human
Unigene: 591083 Human
Important Note:
This product as supplied is intended for research use only, not for use in human, therapeutic or diagnostic applications.
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