TWEAK is a cytokine that controls proliferation, migration, differentiation, apoptosis, angiogenesis and inflammation. TWEAK binds to Fn14, a highly inducible cell-surface receptor that is linked to several intracellular signalling pathways, including the nuclear factor-B (NF-kappaB) pathway. The TWEAK-Fn14 axis plays a beneficial role in tissue repair following acute injury and may contribute to cancer, chronic autoimmune diseases and acute ischaemic stroke.
Sequence:The extracellular region of human FN14 (aa28-75) is fused at the C-terminus to the Fc portion of human IgG1.
Specificity:Binds to mouse and human TWEAK.
Storage and Stability:Lyophilized powder may be stored at -20°C. Stable for 12 months after receipt at -20°C. Reconstitute with sterile ddH2O. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap. Further dilutions can be made in assay buffer.
