Anti-MDC antibody [EPR1362]

Supplementary info

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Activity summary

MDC also known as CCL22 or macrophage-derived chemokine is a small protein involved in immune system signaling. The molecular mass of MDC is approximately 8 kDa. It is expressed in various tissues including lymph nodes thymus and lungs where it mainly acts to regulate immune cell movement. Researchers commonly study this target using MDC assays and CCL22 ELISA to better understand its functions and expression patterns.

Biological function summary

MDC interacts with immune cells to mediate responses such as chemotaxis. It binds to the CCR4 receptor which is found on T cells and other immune cells. MDC does not require complex formation to function; it works independently to attract specific cell types. This chemokine provides a way for immune cells to navigate to sites of inflammation or infection.

Pathways

MDC plays a significant role in inflammatory and immune response pathways. It is integrally linked with the chemokine signaling pathway where it works along with other chemokines to guide immune responses. MDC is related to proteins like CCR4 and other chemokines in these pathways facilitating communication between cells during immune responses and maintaining homeostasis.

Associated diseases and disorders

MDC is implicated in conditions such as allergic responses and autoimmune diseases. Its interaction with CCR4 connects it to disorders like asthma and atopic dermatitis where excessive immune cell recruitment leads to inflammation. Studying MDC levels through macrophage assays and chemokine ELISAs can provide insights into its role in these diseases and help develop potential therapeutic strategies.