TSG6 overexpression 293T lysate (whole cell)

Supplementary information

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TSG6 also known as tumor necrosis factor-inducible gene 6 protein plays an important role in inflammation and tissue repair. This protein has a molecular mass of approximately 35 kDa. TSG6 expresses in various tissues especially in response to inflammation or tissue injury. Such expression is significant in cells like macrophages and fibroblasts as well as in tissues like the synovial lining and skin.

Biological function summary

TSG6 contributes to the modulation of the inflammatory response and tissue remodeling. It does this by interacting with molecules such as hyaluronan which is an important component of the extracellular matrix. During inflammatory responses TSG6 forms a complex with inter-α-inhibitor a serine protease inhibitor enhancing its stability and function. Through these interactions TSG6 helps to regulate the extracellular environment during tissue repair processes.

Pathways

The protein TSG6 participates actively in the inflammatory pathway and the hyaluronan metabolism pathway. It influences inflammatory events by modulating the activity of inflammatory cytokines affecting processes like leukocyte recruitment. TSG6 works closely with proteins such as TNF-α and IL-1 both integral to the inflammatory response. In the hyaluronan pathway TSG6 influences the structural organization of the matrix affecting cell migration and adhesion.

TSG6 relates to conditions like osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. In these disorders inflammation and tissue degradation play central roles. TSG6 interacts with proteins like matrix metalloproteinases which are involved in tissue breakdown and remodeling. By modulating these interactions TSG6 can potentially influence disease progression or resolution making it an interesting target for therapeutic intervention in inflammatory diseases.