Gene: CLTB
Official Full Name: clathrin light chain Bprovided by HGNC
Gene Summary: Clathrin is a large, soluble protein composed of heavy and light chains. It functions as the main structural component of the lattice-type cytoplasmic face of coated pits and vesicles which entrap specific macromolecules during receptor-mediated endocytosis. This gene encodes one of two clathrin light chain proteins which are believed to function as regulatory elements. Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]
Catalog Number | Product Name | Species | Gene | Passage ratio | Mycoplasma testing | Price |
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KO38511 | CLTB Knockout cell line (HeLa) | Human | CLTB | 1:3~1:6 | Negative | Online Inquiry |
KO38512 | CLTB Knockout cell line (HCT 116) | Human | CLTB | 1:2~1:4 | Negative | Online Inquiry |
KO38513 | CLTB Knockout cell line (HEK293) | Human | CLTB | 1:3~1:6 | Negative | Online Inquiry |
KO38514 | CLTB Knockout cell line (A549) | Human | CLTB | 1:3~1:4 | Negative | Online Inquiry |
CLTB Gene Knockout Cell Lines are genetically engineered cellular models designed specifically to lack the expression of the clathrin heavy chain B (CLTB) gene. By employing advanced CRISPR-Cas9 technology, these cell lines facilitate the study of clathrin-mediated endocytosis, a critical cellular process involved in membrane trafficking and signal transduction. The CLTB gene is pivotal for the formation of clathrin-coated vesicles, which play essential roles in the internalization of receptors and nutrients, thus impacting both normal cellular functions and pathological processes.
The primary mechanism by which CLTB gene knockout cell lines operate involves the disruption of the clathrin-coated vesicle formation pathway. This disruption allows researchers to investigate downstream effects on cellular signaling and metabolic activities, offering insights into diverse biological phenomena, including cancer progression, neurodegenerative diseases, and viral infectious pathways. These cell lines serve as invaluable tools in both basic and applied research settings, enabling a deeper understanding of endosomal dynamics and their broader implications for cell biology.
One of the significant advantages of using CLTB knockout cell lines lies in their precise genetic alteration, which allows for the reproducibility and reliability of results—an essential feature for ensuring experimental validity. Moreover, compared to traditional knockdown approaches such as RNA interference, gene knockout offers a more stable and complete gene disruption, reducing off-target effects and providing clearer insights into the gene's biological roles.
The value of CLTB Gene Knockout Cell Lines to researchers and clinicians cannot be overstated. By providing a controlled environment to dissect the molecular underpinnings of endocytosis, these cell lines can vastly accelerate drug discovery processes, improve the understanding of disease mechanisms, and facilitate the development of novel therapeutic interventions.
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