Anti-CD274 (CD274 Molecule, B7 Homolog 1, B7H1, B7-H1, B7-H, Programmed Cell Death 1 Ligand 1, PDCD1

CD274 (B7-H1, PD-L1, Programmed Death Ligand) is a member of the B7 family and is expressed on a variety of tissues including lymphoid cells. It plays an important role in regulation of T cell activation, and is involved in progression of cancer, arthritis and HIV infection (3). CD274 binding to its receptor CD279 (PD-1) on activated T cells can decrease proliferation. Conversely, ligation of CD279 on primed T cells can stimulate IL-10 production. High levels of CD274 present in Renal cell carcinoma is associated with poor prognosis (1). Tumor expressed CD274 can increase apoptosis of tumor specific T cells resulting in better tumor cell survival (2). Gamma Interferon and PHA can up regulate CD274 expression on T cells. Applications: Suitable for use in ELISA and Flow Cytometry. Other applications not tested. Recommended Dilution: Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher. Storage and Stability: May be stored at 4°C for short-term only. Aliquot to avoid repeated freezing and thawing. Store at -20°C. Aliquots are stable for 12 months. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial after thawing and prior to removing the cap.