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Heparin-binding EGF-like growth factor (HBEGF), also known as diphtheria toxin receptor (DT-R), is a membrane-associated protein that functions both as a ligand for the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) and as the cellular receptor for diphtheria toxin. HBEGF Antibody is used to detect this dual-function protein, which plays important roles in receptor-mediated signaling and toxin internalization across a range of cell types.
As DT-R, HBEGF mediates the binding and internalization of diphtheria toxin into susceptible cells. Upon toxin binding, the HBEGF-toxin complex is internalized, allowing the toxin to enter the cytoplasm and inhibit protein synthesis. This receptor function has been widely utilized in experimental systems, including targeted cell ablation models and studies of receptor-mediated endocytosis. The DT-R identity of HBEGF provides a distinct functional perspective compared to its role as a growth factor, making it a valuable marker in studies of toxin sensitivity and receptor biology.
In addition to its receptor function, HBEGF is synthesized as a membrane-anchored precursor protein (proHB-EGF) that can participate in juxtacrine signaling at the cell surface. Proteolytic cleavage by metalloproteases releases a soluble form that acts as a potent EGFR ligand, activating downstream signaling pathways such as MAPK and PI3K-AKT. These pathways regulate cell proliferation, migration, and survival, linking HBEGF to broader growth factor signaling networks.
HBEGF is expressed in epithelial cells, smooth muscle cells, macrophages, and various stromal populations. Its membrane localization enables both receptor-mediated interactions and localized signaling, while the soluble form extends its activity to neighboring cells. This dual behavior allows HBEGF to coordinate cell communication within tissues, particularly in environments requiring rapid signaling responses.
HBEGF has been implicated in multiple disease contexts, including cancer, inflammation, and tissue injury. In tumor biology, elevated HBEGF expression has been associated with enhanced proliferation, invasion, and interactions within the tumor microenvironment. Its role as DT-R also makes it relevant in experimental oncology models where diphtheria toxin-based systems are used to selectively target specific cell populations. These combined functions support the use of an HBEGF Antibody for investigating receptor-mediated uptake, EGFR signaling, and disease-associated changes in cell communication.
Explore our HBEGF Antibody - Heparin-Binding EGF-Like Growth Factor Marker (HBEGF/9503) page for a broader view of EGFR ligand expression and growth factor signaling in normal and disease tissues.
Optimal dilution of the HBEGF Antibody / DT-R - Diphtheria Toxin Receptor and EGFR Ligand Marker should be determined by the researcher.
Amino acids KKRDPCLRKYKDFCIHGECKYVKE were used as the immunogen for the HBEGF antibody.
After reconstitution, the HBEGF antibody can be stored for up to one month at 4oC. For long-term, aliquot and store at -20oC. Avoid repeated freezing and thawing.
HBEGF antibody, DT-R antibody, Diphtheria toxin receptor antibody, HB-EGF antibody, ProHB-EGF antibody, clone-independent HBEGF antibody
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