Anti-TRAIL (Apo-2L, TNFSF10, CD253)

TNF-related apoptosis-inducing ligand (TRAIL, Apo2L,CD253, TNFSF10) is a type II transmembrane protein of about 34kD. Like most members of the tumor necrosis factor (TNF) superfamily of cytokines TRAIL can be cleaved at the cell surface by metalloproteases to form a soluble molecule. Active TRAIL forms trimers and specifically binds to five distinct receptors: TRAIL-R1 (DR4, Apo2, CD261, TNFRSF10A), TRAIL-R2 (DR5, KILLER, TRICK2A, TRICK2B, CD262, TNFRSF10B), TRAIL-R3 (DcR1, LIT, TRID, CD263, TNFRSF10C), TRAIL-R4 (DcR2, TRUNDD, CD264, TNFRSF10D), and osteoprotegerin (OPG, OCIF, TNFRSF11B). Trimerized TRAIL triggers apoptosis upon ligation of cell surface TRAIL-R1 and/or TRAIL-R2 by inducing the formation of the so-called multiprotein death-inducing signaling complex (DISC). Applications: Suitable for use in Western Blot. Other applications not tested. Recommended Dilution: Western Blot: 1:1000, Optimal dilutions to be determined by researcher. Storage and Stability: May be stored at 4°C for short-term only. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20°C. Aliquots are stable for 12 months after receipt. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.