Members in the TNF superfamily regulate immune responses and induce apoptosis.
Two novel members in the TNF family were recently identified and designated BAFF/BLyS/TALL-1/THANK/zTNF4 and April/TALL- 2, respectively.
BAFF was characterized as a B cell activator since it induced B cell proliferation and immunoglobulin secretion.
April regulates immunological and non-immunological cell growth.
Three receptors, BCMA (for B cell maturation protein), TACI, and BAFF-R, for BAFF were recently identified).
BCMA, like TACI, binds BAFF and April.
BAFF and its receptors induce B cell development and survival, activate NF-kB and c-jun N-terminal kinase, and are involved in B cell associated autoimmune diseases.
Applications:Suitable for use in ELISA, Western Blot, Immunofluorescence and Immunohistochemistry.
Other applications not tested.
Recommended Dilutions:Western Blot: 5ug/mlImmunohistochemistry: 5-10ug/mlImmunofluorescence: 10ug/mlOptimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.