Rabbit Polyclonal MERTK antibody. Suitable for WB and reacts with Mouse samples. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human MERTK.
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Key facts
- Isotype
- IgG
- Host species
- Rabbit
- Storage buffer
pH: 7.4
Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azide
Constituents: 50% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 49% PBS, 0.87% Sodium chloride- Form
- Liquid
- Clonality
- Polyclonal
Immunogen
- Synthetic Peptide within Human MERTK. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information. Database link Q12866
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Reactivity data
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| Rat | Predicted |
WB
TestedTested
| Species | Dilution info | Notes |
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Species Mouse | Dilution info 1/500 - 1/3000 | Notes - |
PredictedPredicted
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Species Rat | Dilution info - | Notes - |
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Target data
Function
Receptor tyrosine kinase that transduces signals from the extracellular matrix into the cytoplasm by binding to several ligands including LGALS3, TUB, TULP1 or GAS6. Regulates many physiological processes including cell survival, migration, differentiation, and phagocytosis of apoptotic cells (efferocytosis). Ligand binding at the cell surface induces autophosphorylation of MERTK on its intracellular domain that provides docking sites for downstream signaling molecules. Following activation by ligand, interacts with GRB2 or PLCG2 and induces phosphorylation of MAPK1, MAPK2, FAK/PTK2 or RAC1. MERTK signaling plays a role in various processes such as macrophage clearance of apoptotic cells, platelet aggregation, cytoskeleton reorganization and engulfment (PubMed:32640697). Functions in the retinal pigment epithelium (RPE) as a regulator of rod outer segments fragments phagocytosis. Also plays an important role in inhibition of Toll-like receptors (TLRs)-mediated innate immune response by activating STAT1, which selectively induces production of suppressors of cytokine signaling SOCS1 and SOCS3.
Alternative names
MER, MERTK, Tyrosine-protein kinase Mer, Proto-oncogene c-Mer, Receptor tyrosine kinase MerTK
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Rabbit Polyclonal MERTK antibody. Suitable for WB and reacts with Mouse samples. Immunogen corresponding to Synthetic Peptide within Human MERTK.
Key facts
- Isotype
- IgG
- Host species
- Rabbit
- Storage buffer
pH: 7.4
Preservative: 0.02% Sodium azide
Constituents: 50% Glycerol (glycerin, glycerine), 49% PBS, 0.87% Sodium chloride- Form
- Liquid
- Clonality
- Polyclonal
- Immunogen
- Synthetic Peptide within Human MERTK. The exact immunogen used to generate this antibody is proprietary information. Database link Q12866
- Purification technique
- Affinity purification Immunogen
- Concentration
Storage
- Shipped at conditions
- Blue Ice
- Appropriate short-term storage duration
- 1-2 weeks
- Appropriate short-term storage conditions
- +4°C
- Appropriate long-term storage conditions
- -20°C
- Aliquoting information
- Upon delivery aliquot
- Storage information
- Avoid freeze / thaw cycle
Notes
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Supplementary info
- This supplementary information is collated from multiple sources and compiled automatically.
- Activity summary
The MERTK protein also known as c-Mer tyrosine kinase plays a mechanical role as a receptor tyrosine kinase with a mass of approximately 110 kDa. It is expressed in multiple tissues including the retina immune cells and some epithelial cells. MERTK functions by binding with its ligands facilitating downstream signaling that affects cellular functions. The receptor is part of the TAM family alongside proteins like AXL and TYRO3.
- Biological function summary
The receptor MERTK orchestrates processes critical for maintaining cellular homeostasis such as efferocytosis and immune response regulation. It does not operate alone but often interacts with other cellular components to form functional complexes. This protein contributes significantly to phagocytosis a cellular process for clearing apoptotic cells ensuring a controlled immune environment.
- Pathways
Several signal transduction pathways involve c-Mer tyrosine kinase in maintaining cellular communication. Notably it participates in the RAS/MAPK and PI3K/AKT pathways which are essential for cell survival and proliferation. These pathways involve interactions with proteins such as GAB1 and SOS highlighting the receptor's integration in cell signaling networks.
- Associated diseases and disorders
Aberrant activity of MERTK has associations with cancer and autoimmune disorders. In cancers such as leukemia overexpression of the MERTK protein promotes cell survival and proliferation. Its interaction with other proteins like GRB2 can further exacerbate oncogenic pathways. In autoimmune diseases dysregulated MERTK expression can lead to improper clearance of apoptotic cells contributing to systemic inflammation.
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Western blot - Anti-MERTK antibody (ab196880)
All lanes: Western blot - Anti-MERTK antibody (ab196880) at 1/500 dilution
Lane 1: 3T3 cell extracts with blocking peptide
Lane 2: 3T3 cell extracts
Predicted band size: 110 kDa
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