The protein encoded by this gene belongs to the BCL-2 protein family.
BCL-2 family members form hetero- or homodimers and act as anti- or pro-apoptotic regulators that are involved in a wide variety of cellular activities.
The protein encoded by this gene contains conserved BH4, BH1 and BH2 domains.
This protein can interact with other members of BCL-2 protein family including BCL2, BCL2L1/BCL-X(L), and BAX.
Overexpression of this gene has been shown to suppress cell apoptosis possibly through the prevention of cytochrome C release from the mitochondria, and thus activating caspase-3 activation.
The mouse counterpart of this protein is found to interact with Apaf1 and forms a protein complex with Caspase 9, which suggests the involvement of this protein in APAF1 and CASPASE 9 related apoptotic pathway.
Applications:Suitable for use in Western Blot.
Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilution:Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.