This gene encodes a cytoplasmic linker or adaptor protein that plays a critical role in B cell development. This protein bridges B cell receptor-associated kinase activation with downstream signaling pathways, thereby affecting various biological functions. The phosphorylation of five tyrosine residues is necessary for this protein to nucleate distinct signaling effectors following B cell receptor activation. Mutations in this gene cause hypoglobulinemia and absent B cells, a disease in which the pro- to pre-B-cell transition is developmentally blocked. Deficiency in this protein has also been shown in some cases of pre-B acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Alternatively spliced transcript variants have been found for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, May 2012].
Recommended Dilutions: IF(IHC-P): 1:50-200
Type: Primary
Antigen: BLNK
Clonality: Polyclonal
Clone:
Conjugation: FITC (Fluorescein Isothiocyanate)
Epitope:
Host: Rabbit
Isotype: IgG
Reactivity: Human, Mouse, Rat