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 in the dark. DO NOT FREEZE! Stable at 4C for 12 months after receipt as an undiluted liquid. Dilute required amount only prior to immediate use. Further dilutions can be made in assay buffer. Caution: APC conjugates are sensitive to light. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap. Note: Applications are based on unconjugated antibody.