As a member of the T cell immunoglobulin and mucin domain (TIM) family, Tim-3 is reported to promote or terminate Th1 immunity and is thought to influence a range of inflammatory conditions. It is constitutively expressed in a subset of murine IFNgamma-secreting Th1 cells, but not Th2 cells, in both human and mice. Additionally, Tim-3 is expressed dendritic cells, and by a subset of CD4+ cells where its levels of expression increase upon anti-CD3/28 stimulation. This molecule is also highly expressed in in vitro polarized Th1 cells, and at lower levels in Th17 cells. It is known to synergize with Toll-like receptors and is thought to regulate Th1 and Th17 cytokine secretion.

Suitable for use in Flow Cytometry and Western Blot. Other applications not tested.

Optimal dilutions to be determined by the researcher.

Human thymus tissue lysate

Store product at 4°C in the dark. DO NOT FREEZE! Stable at 4°C 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: MaxLight™490 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.

Recombinant protein corresponding to human TIM3.

Supplied as a liquid in PBS, pH 7.2. No preservative added. Labeled with MaxLight™490.

Purified by Protein G affinity chromatography.

Recognizes human TIM3, Mr 30kD.