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CTSB Knockout Cell Lines

Gene: CTSB

Official Full Name: cathepsin Bprovided by HGNC

Gene Summary: This gene encodes a member of the C1 family of peptidases. Alternative splicing of this gene results in multiple transcript variants. At least one of these variants encodes a preproprotein that is proteolytically processed to generate multiple protein products. These products include the cathepsin B light and heavy chains, which can dimerize to form the double chain form of the enzyme. This enzyme is a lysosomal cysteine protease with both endopeptidase and exopeptidase activity that may play a role in protein turnover. It is also known as amyloid precursor protein secretase and is involved in the proteolytic processing of amyloid precursor protein (APP). Incomplete proteolytic processing of APP has been suggested to be a causative factor in Alzheimer's disease, the most common cause of dementia. Overexpression of the encoded protein has been associated with esophageal adenocarcinoma and other tumors. Both Cathepsin B and Cathepsin L are involved in the cleavage of the spike protein from the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) upon its entry to the human host cell. Multiple pseudogenes of this gene have been identified. [provided by RefSeq, Sep 2020]

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Catalog Number Product Name Species Gene Passage ratio Mycoplasma testing Price
KO09902 CTSB Knockout cell line (HeLa) Human CTSB 1:3~1:6 Negative Online Inquiry
KO09903 CTSB Knockout cell line (HCT 116) Human CTSB 1:2~1:4 Negative Online Inquiry
KO09904 CTSB Knockout cell line (HEK293) Human CTSB 1:3~1:6 Negative Online Inquiry
KO09905 CTSB Knockout cell line (A549) Human CTSB 1:3~1:4 Negative Online Inquiry

Background

CTSB Gene Knockout Cell Lines are specially designed cellular models engineered to lack the cathepsin B (CTSB) gene. Cathepsin B is a crucial cysteine protease involved in various cellular processes such as protein degradation, apoptosis, and immune response. By creating knockout cell lines that completely inhibit CTSB expression, researchers gain invaluable tools for studying the gene's role in biological systems and its implications in various diseases, including cancer and neurodegenerative disorders.

These knockout cell lines function on the principle of gene disruption, typically achieved through CRISPR-Cas9 technology or similar genome-editing techniques, ensuring precise ablation of the target gene. As a result, researchers can investigate the phenotypic consequences of CTSB deficiency, analyze signaling pathways affected by its absence, and better understand the cellular mechanisms underlying important physiological processes.

The scientific importance of CTSB Gene Knockout Cell Lines is significant in both research and clinical settings. They are essential for elucidating the mechanisms of diseases where cathepsin B is implicated, paving the way for potential therapeutic interventions. Furthermore, these cell lines serve as platforms for drug discovery and testing, allowing for the assessment of therapeutic compounds targeting CTSB-related pathways.

Compared to alternatives such as RNA interference or transient expression systems, CTSB Gene Knockout Cell Lines offer a permanent solution with stable phenotypic expression, enabling more reliable and reproducible results in experiments. Additionally, their long-term usage and versatility make them suitable for diverse applications, including high-throughput screening and in vivo models.

Researchers and clinicians can harness the value of CTSB Gene Knockout Cell Lines not only to advance their understanding of cathepsin B's multifaceted role in health and disease but also to explore innovative therapeutic strategies.

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