Alternative Names
Leukocyte Surface Antigen CD47; Antigenic Surface Determinant Protein OA3; Integrin-Associated Protein; IAP; Protein MER6; CD47; MER6
Background
CD47(Integrin-Associated Protein,IAP) is a 40 ‑ 60 kDa variably glycosylated atypical member of the immunoglobulin superfamily. The ubiquitously expressed CD47 binds to SIRP family members on macrophages, neutrophils, and T cells. CD47 is involved in the increase in intracellular calcium concentration that occurs upon cell adhesion to extracellular matrix. The protein is also a receptor for the C-terminal cell-binding domain of thrombospondin, and it may play a role in membrane transport and signal transduction. This protein has broad tissue distribution, and is reduced in expression on Rh erythrocytes.
Note
For Research Use Only , Not for Diagnostic Use.