| Protein Name | Angiotensin II receptor type 2 |
| Gene Name | AGTR2 |
| Uniprot | P50052 (Human); P35374 (Mouse) |
| Synonym | AT2; ATGR2; MRX88; angiotensin II type-2 receptor |
| Background | AGTR2, also known as AT2, is an angiotensin II receptor and it is an integral membrane protein belonging to the G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR) family. The cDNA for AGTR2 encodes a 363-amino acid protein, with a molecular weight of 41220 Da. This receptor shares only ~34% sequence homology with the AT1 receptor. The gene for AGTR2 resides on the X-chromosome and has 3 exons with the entire coding region on the third exon. With respect to G-protein coupling, studies have suggested that AGTR2 may be coupled to G-proteins and that the third intracellular loop may be linked with the cell signaling pathway involving Gi and extracellular signal-regulated kinases (ERK) inactivation. |
Creative Biolabs offers comprehensive range of membrane protein products empowers your unique research needs.
| CAT# | Product Name | Expression System | Protein Length | Solubilizing Agents |
| S01YF-1023-KX301 | NativeExtract™ Human AGTR2 Membrane Protein (Full length, Super Nanodisc) | HEK293 cell | Full length | Native Nanodisc |
| MPX4590K | MemDX™ Membrane Protein Human AGTR2 Expressed in E.coli with 6xHis and SUMO tag at the N-terminus, Partial (1-45aa) | E.coli cell | Partial | N/A |
| MP1327J | MemDX™ Membrane Protein Rat Agtr2 (Angiotensin II receptor, type 2) for Antibody Discovery | E.coli cell | Partial | N/A |
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T***ia: Ideal for high-sensitivity assays and reproducible ligand-binding studies.
06/May/2023
K***n: AGTR2 lyophilized formulations maintain stable activity post-reconstitution, even after long-term storage.
14/Dec/2023
AGTR2 Gene Therapy Development
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Allelic Correction
Creative Biolabs offers allelic correction services. Precision genome editing via gene editing enables site-specific modulation of AGTR2-associated pathogenic variants. For instance, single-guide RNA designed against hyperactive AGTR2 alleles linked to hypertension has demonstrated >85% editing efficiency in preclinical cardiomyocyte models, restoring calcium signaling homeostasis. Creative Biolabs' gene editing optimization platform ensures minimal off-target effects through proprietary algorithms, making this approach viable for hereditary cardiovascular disorders.
AAV-Delivered shRNA Silencing
Creative Biolabs offers AAV-delivered shRNA silencing services. Recombinant adeno-associated virus (AAV) vectors engineered to deliver short hairpin RNA (shRNA) achieve sustained AGTR2 knockdown in vivo. A recent study showed that intrarenal AAV9-shRNA administration reduced AGTR2 mRNA by 72% in diabetic nephropathy models, attenuating fibrosis and albuminuria. Creative Biolabs' AAV serotype screening services identify tissue-specific capsids for optimal delivery.
Epigenetic Modulation via Lentiviral Constructs
Creative Biolabs offers epigenetic modulation via lentiviral constructs services. Lentiviral vectors encoding transcriptional activators upregulate AGTR2 expression in cancers where its tumor-suppressive role is compromised. In prostate adenocarcinoma xenografts, this strategy suppressed metastatic spread by 40% through reactivation of AGTR2-mediated apoptosis pathways.
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Chimeric Antigen Receptor (CAR) Macrophage Engineering
Creative Biolabs offers CAR macrophage engineering services. AGTR2-specific CAR macrophages engineered to overexpress anti-inflammatory cytokines selectively infiltrate atherosclerotic plaques. In ApoE−/− mice, these cells reduced plaque volume by 58% via AGTR2-dependent efferocytosis enhancement, highlighting their potential for vascular inflammation management. Creative Biolabs' macrophage differentiation protocols ensure >90% functional maturation.
AGTR2-Edited iPSC-Derived Cardiomyocytes
Creative Biolabs offers AGTR2-edited iPSC-derived cardiomyocytes development services. Induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) with gene-edited AGTR2 variants model patient-specific cardiac arrhythmias. Pharmacological testing on these cells identified four repurposed compounds that normalized irregular contractions by modulating AGTR2-calcium channel crosstalk. Our GMP-compliant iPSC banking ensures scalability for high-throughput drug screens.
Tissue-Specific NK Cell Recruitment
Creative Biolabs offers tissue-specific NK cell recruitment services. AGTR2-targeting bispecific antibodies redirect natural killer (NK) cells to eliminate AGTR2-overexpressing ovarian cancer cells. In PDX models, this approach improved survival rates by 3.2-fold compared to checkpoint inhibitors alone. Creative Biolabs' antibody humanization services enhance clinical translatability.
Leverage Creative Biolabs' end-to-end cell therapy expertise to accelerate your AGTR2 program from bench to clinic. to refine your AGTR2 therapeutic strategy with industry-leading genomic and cellular engineering solutions.
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