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All listed services and products are For Research Use Only. Do Not use in any diagnostic or therapeutic applications.

Background

Cytokine receptor-like factor 2 (CRLF2), encoded by the CRLF2 gene and also known as TSLPR or CRL2, is a member of the type I cytokine receptor family. The CRLF2 gene is located in the pseudoautosomal region of the sex chromosomes at Xp22.3 and Yp11.3, a region where genes encoding the IL-3 receptor alpha and GM-CSF receptor alpha chains are also situated. The deduced amino acid sequence of 371 residues includes a typical signal sequence and a single membrane-spanning region. The mature protein is predicted to have a molecular mass of approximately 39.7 kDa. Structurally, the N-terminal extracellular region contains two fibronectin type III-like domains, four conserved cysteine residues, and a WSXWS box-like motif—all characteristic features of type I cytokine receptor family members. The C-terminal intracellular region contains box 1 and box 2-like motifs that mediate interactions with JAK kinases. CRLF2 is expressed in heart, skeletal muscle, kidney, and adult and fetal liver, and is preferentially expressed in myeloid cells including dendritic cells and monocytes, with weaker expression in T cells. The WSXWS motif appears to be necessary for proper protein folding and efficient intracellular transport.

CRLF2 functions as the receptor subunit for thymic stromal lymphopoietin (TSLP). CRLF2 heterodimerizes with the interleukin-7 receptor alpha chain (IL-7Rα/CD127) to form the heterodimeric thymic stromal lymphopoietin receptor (TSLPR). Binding of TSLP to CRLF2 is a mechanistic prerequisite for recruitment of IL-7Rα to form the high-affinity ternary complex. Formation of this functional receptor complex activates receptor-associated JAK2 and downstream signaling pathways, prominently including STAT3 and STAT5, which contribute to the regulation of cell proliferation and development of the hematopoietic system. Through its participation in the TSLP receptor system, CRLF2 is involved in processes such as hematopoietic cell development, dendritic cell maturation, and immune cell signaling. Its receptor subunit function makes CRLF2 a valuable research target for studies of type I cytokine receptor biology, JAK-STAT signaling, hematopoietic development, and immune regulation.

Fig. 1 TSLP binding to CRLF2 triggers a conformational change that promotes receptor dimerization, a prerequisite for downstream signaling. (OA Literature) Fig. 1 Normal activation of CRLF2 occurs upon the binding of thymic stromal lymphopoietin (TSLP), which induces a conformational change resulting in receptor dimerization.1

CRLF2 Protein Function: Roles in TSLP Receptor Complex Assembly and JAK-STAT Signaling

CRLF2, encoded by the CRLF2 gene, functions as a receptor subunit in the thymic stromal lymphopoietin receptor complex involved in TSLP signaling:

  • TSLP Receptor Complex Formation: CRLF2 heterodimerizes with the interleukin-7 receptor alpha chain (IL-7Rα/CD127) to form the heterodimeric thymic stromal lymphopoietin receptor (TSLPR).
  • TSLP Binding and Ternary Complex Assembly: Binding of TSLP to CRLF2 is a mechanistic prerequisite for recruitment of IL-7Rα to form the high-affinity ternary complex.
  • JAK2-STAT3/STAT5 Signaling: Formation of the functional receptor complex activates receptor-associated JAK2 and downstream STAT3 and STAT5 signaling, contributing to TSLP-responsive gene expression.
  • Hematopoietic System Development: CRLF2-containing receptor complexes participate in the regulation of cell proliferation and development of the hematopoietic system.
  • Immune Cell Signaling: Through the TSLP receptor complex, CRLF2 contributes to signaling in dendritic cells, monocytes, and other immune cell populations, supporting research into cytokine receptor biology and immune regulation.

CRLF2 Membrane Protein Product

Creative Biolabs offers high-quality CRLF2 membrane protein products produced using optimized expression systems. These include full-length type I transmembrane protein that retains the native membrane-spanning domain and cytoplasmic box 1/box 2 motifs, as well as isolated extracellular domain variants containing the fibronectin type III-like domains and WSXWS box-like motif. The extracellular domains mediate TSLP binding and heterodimer assembly with IL-7Rα, making these proteins suitable for studies of TSLP receptor-ligand interactions, heterodimer formation, and JAK-STAT signaling characterization. All CRLF2 proteins undergo strict quality control to support consistent performance across applicable research platforms.

Custom CRLF2 Protein Product

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CRLF2 Stable Cell Line Product

Creative Biolabs provides custom-engineered CRLF2 stable cell lines, including overexpression and knockdown models. These cell lines are optimized for studies of TSLP receptor signaling, JAK-STAT pathway activation, and hematopoietic cell development. Each cell line undergoes stringent validation to ensure stable expression profiles and consistent functional performance in diverse experimental contexts.

CRLF2 Stable Cell Line Product

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CRLF2 Recombinant Antibody Product

High-specificity recombinant antibodies targeting CRLF2 are developed using antibody engineering technologies for research applications involving CRLF2 expression and localization. These antibodies can be used in studies of CRLF2 distribution in relevant cell and tissue models and may also support characterization of CRLF2-containing TSLP receptor complexes in combination with appropriate TSLP, IL-7Rα, or related detection reagents.

CRLF2 Recombinant Antibody Product

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Product Features

  • Native TSLP Binding Activity: Preserves the characteristic extracellular domain conformation essential for TSLP receptor-ligand interaction studies.
  • CRLF2 Subunit Specificity: Minimizes non-specific cross-reactivity with other type I cytokine receptor family members.
  • JAK-STAT Signaling Research Compatibility: Optimized reagent series for studies of TSLP receptor signaling, hematopoietic development, and immune regulation research workflows.
  • Comprehensive Customization Support: Facilitates end-to-end development of customized proteins, antibodies and stable cell lines to address type I cytokine receptor and JAK-STAT signaling research demands.

Custom CRLF2 Research Services

Beyond catalog products, Creative Biolabs offers specialized custom services for CRLF2 research:

  • Custom CRLF2 Protein Production: Tailored expression of mutant and tagged CRLF2 constructs for TSLP receptor-ligand interaction and heterodimer assembly studies.
  • Custom Antibody Development: Generation of CRLF2-specific antibodies for immunostaining, flow cytometry, and protein detection applications.
  • Stable Cell Line Engineering: Construction of CRLF2-modified cell models for JAK-STAT signaling and hematopoietic development research.
  • Functional Assay Development: Custom design of TSLP binding, receptor complex formation, and signaling pathway detection workflows.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  1. What is the primary function of CRLF2?

    CRLF2 is a type I cytokine receptor subunit that heterodimerizes with IL-7Rα to form the TSLP receptor, activating JAK2-STAT3/STAT5 signaling and regulating cell proliferation and hematopoietic development.

  2. Why is CRLF2 a significant research target?

    CRLF2 serves as the receptor subunit for TSLP, connecting cytokine signaling to JAK-STAT pathway activation. It is a key target for studies of type I cytokine receptor biology, hematopoietic development, and immune cell signaling.

  3. Are Creative Biolabs' CRLF2 products suitable for clinical use?

    No, all CRLF2 products and services are strictly for research use only, not intended for clinical diagnosis or treatment.

  4. What types of CRLF2 products does Creative Biolabs offer?

    Offerings include full-length CRLF2 receptor proteins, extracellular domain variants, specific detection antibodies, and custom stable cell lines for TSLP receptor and JAK-STAT signaling research.

  5. How are CRLF2 proteins validated for activity?

    CRLF2 proteins are validated via TSLP binding assays, receptor complex formation assays, and relevant functional characterization in applicable research platforms.

Reference
  1. Gil, J. V., et al. "Comprehensive Detection of CRLF2 Alterations in Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia: A Rapid and Accurate Novel Approach." Frontiers in Molecular Biosciences, 11 (2024): 1362081. Under Open Access license CC BY 4.0, without modification. https://doi.org/10.3389/fmolb.2024.1362081
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