Description
The protein encoded by this gene is a member of the TNF-receptor superfamily. This receptor has been shown to activate NF-kappaB through its interaction with adaptor proteins TRAF2 and TRAF5. Knockout studies in mice suggested that this receptor promotes the expression of apoptosis inhibitors BCL2 and BCL2lL1/BCL2-XL, and thus suppresses apoptosis. The knockout studies also suggested the roles of this receptor in CD4+ T cell response, as well as in T cell-dependent B cell proliferation and differentiation.
Bio-activity
Measured by its binding ability in a functional ELISA. When Recombinant Cynomolgus Monkey OX40/TNFRSF4 His tag is immobilized at 0.25 μg/mL (100 μL/well), Recombinant Human OX40 Ligand/TNFSF4 binds with an ED50 of 0.25-1.5 ng/mL.