Kindlin-1/KIND1 [4A5.14]

Kindlin-1 (also known as KIND1, KINDLERIN, UNC112-RELATED PROTEIN 1 (URP1) is an important component of cell-extracellular matrix adhesion. Kindlin-1 is involved in cell adhesion, possibly via its interaction with integrins and may mediate TGF-beta 1 signaling during tumor progression. Kindlin-1 has been shown to be significantly upregulated in lung and colon carcinomas. Mutations in the kindlin-1 gene, FERMT1, causes Kindler syndrome. Kindler syndrome is an autosomal recessive disorder characterized by neonatal blistering, sun sensitivity, atrophy, abnormal pigmentation and fragility of the skin. We have developed monoclonal anti-kidlin-1 antibodies. This monoclonal antibody recognizes kindlin-1 in multiple assays including Western blotting, immunoprecipitation, immunohistochemical and immunofluorescent staining.