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CLDN5 Knockout Cell Lines

Gene: CLDN5

Official Full Name: claudin 5provided by HGNC

Gene Summary: This gene encodes a member of the claudin family. Claudins are integral membrane proteins and components of tight junction strands. Tight junction strands serve as a physical barrier to prevent solutes and water from passing freely through the paracellular space between epithelial or endothelial cell sheets. Mutations in this gene have been found in patients with velocardiofacial syndrome. Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants encoding distinct isoforms. [provided by RefSeq, May 2018]

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Catalog Number Product Name Species Gene Passage ratio Mycoplasma testing Price
KO34980 CLDN5 Knockout cell line (HEK293) Human CLDN5 1:3~1:6 Negative Online Inquiry
KOA13311 CLDN5 Knockout cell line (AC16) Human CLDN5 1:3-1:4 negative Online Inquiry
KOA28750 CLDN5 Knockout cell line (BEAS-2B) Human CLDN5 1:3~1:4 negative Online Inquiry
KOA44188 CLDN5 Knockout cell line (U-2932) Human CLDN5 1:2-1:4 negative Online Inquiry
KOA59568 CLDN5 Knockout cell line (TPC-1) Human CLDN5 1:5-1:8 negative Online Inquiry
KOA74993 CLDN5 Knockout cell line (NCM460) Human CLDN5 1:2~1:3 negative Online Inquiry

Background

CLDN5 Gene Knockout Cell Lines are specially engineered cellular models designed to study the function of claudin-5, a critical tight junction protein primarily expressed in endothelial cells of the blood-brain barrier. These knockout lines serve as invaluable tools for researchers aiming to explore the implications of claudin-5 in various physiological and pathological contexts, including neurovascular function, inflammation, and neurodegenerative diseases.

The key function of CLDN5 Gene Knockout Cell Lines lies in their ability to elucidate the role of claudin-5 in maintaining endothelial barrier integrity. By knocking out the CLDN5 gene, researchers can investigate how the absence of this protein affects the permeability of the blood-brain barrier and its subsequent influence on cellular communication and signaling. This mechanistic understanding is facilitated through various assays that measure barrier function, permeability, and other cellular responses, delivering insights into claudin-5's involvement in health and disease.

The scientific importance of these cell lines is reflected in their broad applications in both research and clinical settings. For instance, they can be utilized to model conditions such as stroke, multiple sclerosis, and Alzheimer’s disease, allowing for the assessment of novel therapeutic interventions aimed at modulating claudin-5 expression or function. Furthermore, these models can provide a platform for drug screening, enabling the development of strategies to enhance drug delivery across the blood-brain barrier.

One significant advantage of CLDN5 Gene Knockout Cell Lines is their specificity and reproducibility. Unlike alternative models—such as transgenic or knockdown systems—these knockout cell lines provide a straightforward and robust method for studying the direct effects of claudin-5 deficiency without the confounding influences of existing protein isoforms. This specificity allows researchers to draw more reliable conclusions and offers a clearer pathway for therapeutic development.

For researchers and clinicians focused on the nuances of the blood-brain barrier and related disorders, CLDN5 Gene Knockout Cell Lines are an indispensable resource. They provide an essential avenue for advancing our understanding of neurovascular biology, facilitating breakthroughs in the treatment of neurological diseases.

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Please note that all services are for research use only. Not intended for any clinical use.

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