The protein encoded by this gene is a type I transmembrane protein identified as a subunit of the interleukin 12 receptor complex. The coexpression of this and IL12RB1 proteins was shown to lead to the formation of high-affinity IL12 binding sites and reconstitution of IL12 dependent signaling. The expression of this gene is up-regulated by interferon gamma in Th1 cells, and plays a role in Th1 cell differentiation. The up-regulation of this gene is found to be associated with a number of infectious diseases, such as Crohns disease and leprosy, which is thought to contribute to the inflammatory response and host defense. Applications: Suitable for use in Western Blot. Other applications not tested. Recommended Dilution: Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher. Amino Acid Sequence: MAHTFRGCSLAFMFIITWLLIKAKIDACKRGDVTVKPSHVILLGSTVNITCSLKPRQGCFHYSRRNKLILYKFDRRINFHHGHSLNSQVTGLPLGTTLFVCKLACINSDEIQICGAEIFVGVAPEQPQNLSCIQKGEQGTVACTWERGRDTHLYTEYTLQLSGPKNLTWQKQCKDIYCDYLDFGINLTPESPESNFTAKVTAVNSLGSSSSLPSTFTFLDIVRPLPPWDIRIKFQKASVSRCTLYWRDEGLVLLNRLRYRPSNSRLWNMVNVTKAKGRHDLLDLKPFTEYEFQISSKLHLYKGSWSDWSESLRAQTPEEEPTGMLDVWYMKRHIDYSRQQISLFWKNLSVSEARGKILHYQVTLQELTGGKAMTQNITGHTSWTTVIPRTGNWAVAVSAANSKGSSLPTRINIMNLCEAGLLAPRQVSANSEGMDNILVTWQPPRKDPSAVQEYVVEWRELHPGGDTQVPLNWLRSRPYNVSALISENIKSYICYEIRVYALSGDQGGCSSILGNSKHKAPLSGPHINAITEEKGSILISWNSIPVQEQMGCLLHYRIYWKERDSNSQPQLCEIPYRVSQNSHPINSLQPRVTYVLWMTALTAAGESSHGNEREFCLQGKANWMAFVAPSICIAIIMVGIFSTHYFQQKVFVLLAALRPQWCSREIPDPANSTCAKKYPIAEEKTQLPLDRLLIDWPTPEDPEPLVISEVLHQVTPVFRHPPCSNWPQREKGIQGHQASEKDMMHSASSPPPPRALQAESRQLVDLYKVLESRGSDPKPENPACPWTVLPAGDLPTHDGYLPSNIDDLPSHEAPLADSLEELEPQHISLSVFPSSSLHPLTFSCGDKLTLDQLKMRCDSLML Storage and Stability: Store product at 4C if to be used immediately within two weeks. For long-term storage, aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing and store at -20C. Aliquots are stable at -20C for 12 months after receipt. Dilute required amount only prior to immediate use. Further dilutions can be made in assay buffer. Caution: FITC conjugates are sensitive to light. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap. Note: Applications are based on unconjugated antibody.