Recombinant Human Mannose Receptor protein (GST tag N-Terminus)

Supplementary information

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The Mannose Receptor also known as CD206 or MRC1 is a type of C-type lectin receptor with a molecular weight of 175 kDa. It is expressed on the surface of macrophages and dendritic cells. This receptor binds to complex carbohydrates like mannose and fucose found on pathogen surfaces playing an important role in their recognition. Mannose Receptors act as endocytic receptors aiding in the internalization and degradation of pathogens.

Biological function summary

The Mannose Receptor functions in pathogen recognition and clearance by binding to specific carbohydrates on the pathogen's surface. It is not part of a larger molecular complex but works independently to facilitate phagocytosis. The receptor is essential in immune responses allowing macrophages and dendritic cells to efficiently capture and process antigens for presentation to T cells. This enables the initiation of adaptive immune responses.

Pathways

Researchers know that the Mannose Receptor plays an important role in immune signaling pathways particularly in antigen processing and presentation. It interacts with proteins involved in these pathways including those necessary for the internalization and degradation of bound antigens. Moreover it works alongside scavenger receptors contributing to the regulation of immune and inflammatory responses.

The Mannose Receptor is often linked to pulmonary tuberculosis and certain types of cancer. When macrophages express this receptor it can modulate immune responses against Mycobacterium tuberculosis by aiding in its recognition. In cancer altered expression of CD206 can indicate tumor-associated macrophages which promote tumor growth by suppressing immune responses. These connections highlight the receptor's potential as a diagnostic marker and therapeutic target.