Recombinant Human Matrix-remodeling-associated protein 8 (MXRA8), Truncated

Uniprot Id

Q9BRK3

Target Species

Human

Target Name

MXRA8

Target Full Name

Matrix remodeling-associated protein 8

Target Function

Transmembrane protein which can modulate activity of various signaling pathways, probably via binding to integrin ITGAV:ITGB3. Mediates heterophilic cell-cell interactions in vitro. Inhibits osteoclastogenesis downstream of TNFSF11/RANKL and CSF1, where it may function by attenuating signaling via integrin ITGB3 and MAP kinase p38. Plays a role in cartilage formation where it promotes proliferation and maturation of growth plate chondrocytes. Stimulates formation of primary cilia in chondrocytes. Enhances expression of genes involved in the hedgehog signaling pathway in chondrocytes, including the hedgehog signaling molecule IHH; may also promote signaling via the PTHLH/PTHrP pathway. Plays a role in angiogenesis where it suppresses migration of endothelial cells and also promotes their apoptosis. Inhibits VEGF-induced activation of AKT and p38 MAP kinase in endothelial cells. Also inhibits VTN (vitronectin)-mediated integrin ITGAV:ITGB3 signaling and activation of PTK2/FAK. May play a role in the maturation and maintenance of the blood-brain barrier.; (Microbial infection) Contributes to arthritogenic alphavirus pathogenesis and acts as a receptor for these viruses

Target Subcellular Location

Cell membrane; Single-pass type I membrane protein. Cell junction, tight junction. Cytoplasm. Cell projection, cilium membrane. Nucleus.

Target Tissue Specificity

Detected in endothelial cells in mammary tissue, in both large vessels (left internal mammary artery) and small capillaries (vasa vasorum of the adventitia).

Target Synonyms

Limitrin; Matrix remodelling associated 8; Matrix-remodeling-associated protein 8; Mxra8; MXRA8_HUMAN