VEGF - VEGFR

VEGFa-VEGFR Proteins

VEGFa-VEGFR proteins are the main components of the vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) family of proteins. They are important for the regulation of vascular development and homeostasis. VEGF is a cytokine that binds to two receptors, VEGFR-1 and VEGFR-2, which are transmembrane proteins located on the surface of endothelial cells. VEGFR-1 binds to VEGF-A, while VEGFR-2 binds to both VEGF-A and VEGF-B. The binding of VEGF to its receptors activates a number of signaling pathways that promote angiogenesis, the formation of new blood vessels. VEGF is also involved in the regulation of vascular permeability and inflammation.

VEGFa-VEGFR Antibodies

VEGFa-VEGFR antibodies are used to detect and quantify the levels of VEGF and its receptors in various biological samples. These antibodies can be used in immunohistochemistry (IHC), western blotting, and immunoprecipitation (IP) experiments. VEGFa-VEGFR antibodies can also be used to study the effects of VEGF on endothelial cells in vitro and in vivo.

VEGFa-VEGFR as a Drug Target

VEGFa-VEGFR is an attractive drug target for the treatment of cancer and other diseases. VEGF is overexpressed in many types of tumors, and its inhibition has been shown to reduce tumor growth and metastasis. VEGF inhibitors, such as bevacizumab and aflibercept, have been approved for the treatment of certain types of cancer. Other VEGF inhibitors, such as ramucirumab and nintedanib, are currently being investigated for their potential use in treating various types of cancer.

ProteoGenix VEGFa-VEGFR Proteins

ProteoGenix is a biotechnology company that specializes in the production of high-quality recombinant VEGFa-VEGFR proteins. ProteoGenix's VEGFa-VEGFR proteins are used in research and drug development, as well as in the production of diagnostic and therapeutic antibodies.