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RAPGEF3 Knockout Cell Lines

Gene: RAPGEF3

Official Full Name: Rap guanine nucleotide exchange factor 3provided by HGNC

Gene Summary: Enables guanyl-nucleotide exchange factor activity and protein domain specific binding activity. Involved in several processes, including Rap protein signal transduction; cellular response to cAMP; and regulation of syncytium formation by plasma membrane fusion. Located in several cellular components, including filopodium; lamellipodium; and microvillus. Implicated in nicotine dependence. Biomarker of congestive heart failure. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Apr 2025]

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Catalog Number Product Name Species Gene Passage ratio Mycoplasma testing Price
KO08794 RAPGEF3 Knockout cell line (HeLa) Human RAPGEF3 1:3~1:6 Negative Online Inquiry
KO08795 RAPGEF3 Knockout cell line (HCT 116) Human RAPGEF3 1:2~1:4 Negative Online Inquiry

Background

RAPGEF3 Gene Knockout Cell Lines are genetically modified organisms designed to investigate the biological roles of the RAPGEF3 gene, which is known to play a crucial role in the signaling pathways mediated by Ras proteins. These knockout models are invaluable tools for researchers studying signal transduction, cellular growth, and development, as they enable the systematic evaluation of the consequences of RAPGEF3 deficiency on cellular behavior and phenotype.

The key function of RAPGEF3 involves the regulation of cellular responses to extracellular signals, primarily through its role as a guanine nucleotide exchange factor (GEF) for Ras proteins. By facilitating the conversion of inactive GDP-bound Ras to its active GTP-bound form, RAPGEF3 is essential for the transmission of proliferative signals, making it a pivotal target for cancer research. The knockout cell lines allow scientists to dissect the signaling pathways that become dysregulated in the absence of RAPGEF3, thereby illuminating the gene's functional contributions in growth factor signaling and oncogenesis.

In scientific research and clinical applications, understanding the role of RAPGEF3 opens doors to novel therapeutic strategies in oncology, particularly by elucidating how its modulation can affect tumor proliferation and survival. Researchers can utilize these knockout cell lines to screen potential drug candidates or therapeutic interventions aimed at restoring normal signaling pathways in cancer cells.

Compared to alternative methods such as RNA interference or CRISPR activation models, RAPGEF3 Gene Knockout Cell Lines provide a stable and defined genetic context for studying the gene's effects. They permit long-term studies without the variability associated with transient silencing approaches and provide a reliable platform for functional assays and drug response evaluations.

For researchers and clinicians looking to explore the intricacies of Ras signaling pathways and their implications in cancer biology, these knockout cell lines represent an essential and powerful tool. Committed to advancing scientific discovery, our company specializes in the development and supply of high-quality genetic models, ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of scientific rigor and reliability.

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

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