Gene: TTN
Official Full Name: titinprovided by HGNC
Gene Summary: This gene encodes a large abundant protein of striated muscle. The product of this gene is divided into two regions, a N-terminal I-band and a C-terminal A-band. The I-band, which is the elastic part of the molecule, contains two regions of tandem immunoglobulin domains on either side of a PEVK region that is rich in proline, glutamate, valine and lysine. The A-band, which is thought to act as a protein-ruler, contains a mixture of immunoglobulin and fibronectin repeats, and possesses kinase activity. An N-terminal Z-disc region and a C-terminal M-line region bind to the Z-line and M-line of the sarcomere, respectively, so that a single titin molecule spans half the length of a sarcomere. Titin also contains binding sites for muscle associated proteins so it serves as an adhesion template for the assembly of contractile machinery in muscle cells. It has also been identified as a structural protein for chromosomes. Alternative splicing of this gene results in multiple transcript variants. Considerable variability exists in the I-band, the M-line and the Z-disc regions of titin. Variability in the I-band region contributes to the differences in elasticity of different titin isoforms and, therefore, to the differences in elasticity of different muscle types. Mutations in this gene are associated with familial hypertrophic cardiomyopathy 9, and autoantibodies to titin are produced in patients with the autoimmune disease scleroderma. [provided by RefSeq, Feb 2012]
Catalog Number | Product Name | Species | Gene | Passage ratio | Mycoplasma testing | Price |
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KO02486 | TTN Knockout cell line (HEK293) | Human | TTN | 1:3~1:6 | Negative | Online Inquiry |
TTN Gene Knockout Cell Lines are specialized cellular models engineered to have a disruption in the titin (TTN) gene, a single gene encoding one of the largest known proteins in humans, vital for skeletal and cardiac muscle function. These knockout cell lines serve as powerful tools for investigating the role of titin in muscle biology, disease mechanisms, and therapeutic development.
The primary function of these cell lines is to facilitate the study of titin's contribution to muscle integrity, contractility, and elasticity through the complete ablation of TTN gene expression. Researchers utilize CRISPR-Cas9 or other gene-editing techniques to selectively inactivate the gene, allowing for an in-depth analysis of the resultant phenotypes and the biochemical pathways that may be affected. This approach is crucial for understanding various myopathies and cardiomyopathies linked to titin mutations.
From a scientific perspective, these knockout models have immense importance in both research and clinical applications. They enable the dissection of complex muscle-related disorders and provide insights into titin's mechanistic role, which can be pivotal for the development of targeted therapies. By elucidating how loss of titin function affects cellular physiology, researchers can identify potential biomarkers and therapeutic targets for diseases such as dilated cardiomyopathy and metabolic myopathies.
What sets TTN Gene Knockout Cell Lines apart from existing alternatives is their specificity and reliability. Unlike traditional cell lines, which may retain residual TTN expression, these knockout lines assure a complete genetic ablation, leading to reproducible results in experimentation. Furthermore, their customization can cater to various research needs, enhancing the versatility of experiments exploring titin's diverse physiological roles.
For researchers and clinicians, the value of TTN Gene Knockout Cell Lines lies in their ability to bridge the gap between genetic research and therapeutic application. They not only streamline the identification of pathological mechanisms but also facilitate the testing of novel treatments, acceleration of drug discovery processes, and the refining of muscle-targeted therapies.
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