Human Cone rod homeobox protein (CRX) ELISA Kit | CRX elisa kit
Human Cone rod homeobox protein (CRX) ELISA Kit
NCBI and Uniprot Product Information
NCBI Description
The protein encoded by this gene is a photoreceptor-specific transcription factor which plays a role in the differentiation of photoreceptor cells. This homeodomain protein is necessary for the maintenance of normal cone and rod function. Mutations in this gene are associated with photoreceptor degeneration, Leber congenital amaurosis type III and the autosomal dominant cone-rod dystrophy 2. Several alternatively spliced transcript variants of this gene have been described, but the full-length nature of some variants has not been determined. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]
Uniprot Description
CRX: Binds and transactivates the sequence 5'-TAATC[CA]-3' which is found upstream of several photoreceptor-specific genes, including the opsin genes. Acts synergistically with other transcription factors, e.g. NRL and RX, to regulate photoreceptor cell-specific gene transcription. Essential for the maintenance of mammalian photoreceptors. Defects in CRX are the cause of Leber congenital amaurosis type 7 (LCA7). LCA designates a clinically and genetically heterogeneous group of childhood retinal degenerations, generally inherited in an autosomal recessive manner. Affected infants have little or no retinal photoreceptor function as tested by electroretinography. LCA represents the most common genetic cause of congenital visual impairment in infants and children. Defects in CRX are the cause of cone-rod dystrophy type 2 (CORD2); also known as cone-rod retinal dystrophy 2 (CRD2). CORDs are inherited retinal dystrophies belonging to the group of pigmentary retinopathies. CORDs are characterized by retinal pigment deposits visible on fundus examination, predominantly in the macular region, and initial loss of cone photoreceptors followed by rod degeneration. This leads to decreased visual acuity and sensitivity in the central visual field, followed by loss of peripheral vision. Severe loss of vision occurs earlier than in retinitis pigmentosa. Defects in CRX are a cause of retinitis pigmentosa (RP). RP leads to degeneration of retinal photoreceptor cells. Patients typically have night vision blindness and loss of midperipheral visual field. As their condition progresses, they lose their far peripheral visual field and eventually central vision as well. Belongs to the paired homeobox family.
Protein type: DNA-binding
Chromosomal Location of Human Ortholog: 19q13.3
Cellular Component: transcription factor complex; nucleus
Molecular Function: protein binding; leucine zipper domain binding; chromatin binding; transcription factor activity; nuclear hormone receptor binding
Biological Process: circadian rhythm; organ morphogenesis; transcription, DNA-dependent; regulation of transcription, DNA-dependent; visual perception; retina development in camera-type eye; positive regulation of photoreceptor cell differentiation; response to stimulus; positive regulation of transcription from RNA polymerase II promoter
Disease: Cone-rod Dystrophy 2; Leber Congenital Amaurosis 7; Retinitis Pigmentosa
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Product Notes
The Human CRX crx (Catalog #AAA7233661) is an ELISA Kit and is intended for research purposes only. The product is available for immediate purchase. The AAA7233661 ELISA Kit recognizes Human CRX. It is sometimes possible for the material contained within the vial of "Cone rod homeobox protein (CRX), ELISA Kit" to become dispersed throughout the inside of the vial, particularly around the seal of said vial, during shipment and storage. We always suggest centrifuging these vials to consolidate all of the liquid away from the lid and to the bottom of the vial prior to opening. Please be advised that certain products may require dry ice for shipping and that, if this is the case, an additional dry ice fee may also be required.Precautions
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