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Human SIK2 Knockout Cell Line-HeLa

Human SIK2 Knockout Cell Line-HeLa

Cat.No. :  CSC-RT0838

Host Cell:  HeLa Target Gene:  SIK2

Size:  1x10^6 cells/vial, 1mL Validation:  Sequencing

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Cat. No. CSC-RT0838
Description A stable cell line with a homozygous knockout of human SIK2 using CRISPR/Cas9.
Target Gene SIK2
Host Cell HeLa
Host Cell Species Homo sapiens (Human)
Shipping 10^6 cells/tube
Storage Liquid nitrogen
Revival Rapidly thaw cells in a 37°C water bath. Transfer contents into a tube containing pre-warmed media. Centrifuge cells and seed into a 25 cm2 flask containing pre-warmed media.
Media Type Cells were cultured in DMEM supplemented with 10% fetal bovine serum.
Growth Properties Cells are cultured as a monolayer at 37°C in a humidified atmosphere with 5% CO2. Split at 80-90% confluence, approximately 1:4-1:6.
Freeze Medium Complete medium supplemented with 10% (v/v) DMSO
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Gene ID
Mycoplasma Negative
Format One frozen vial containing millions of cells
Storage Liquid nitrogen
Safety Considerations

The following safety precautions should be observed.

1. Use pipette aids to prevent ingestion and keep aerosols down to a minimum.

2. No eating, drinking or smoking while handling the stable line.

3. Wash hands after handling the stable line and before leaving the lab.

4. Decontaminate work surface with disinfectant or 70% ethanol before and after working with stable cells.

5. All waste should be considered hazardous.

6. Dispose of all liquid waste after each experiment and treat with bleach.

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SIK2 or Salt-Inducible Kinase 2 is a serine/threonine protein kinase that belongs to the AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK) family. This kinase plays a crucial role in various cellular processes, such as metabolism, signal transduction, and gene expression. One of the main functions of SIK2 is to regulate hepatic gluconeogenesis. It does this by phosphorylating and inactivating CRTC2 (CREB-regulated transcriptional coactivator 2), which results in decreased transcription of gluconeogenic genes. This inactivation reduces glucose production in the liver, which is particularly beneficial for controlling hyperglycemia in diabetic patients. In addition, SIK2 plays a role in lipid metabolism. It is involved in regulating lipogenic gene expression in adipose tissue, affecting lipid biosynthesis and storage. Recent studies have shown that SIK2 may act as a tumor suppressor in certain types of cancer, such as ovarian cancer. The mechanism involves SIK2's ability to regulate the cell cycle and apoptosis, thereby inhibiting tumor growth and proliferation. However, the role of SIK2 in cancer is complex and may vary depending on the cancer type and cellular context. Studies on SIK2 have also revealed its role in neuronal function and neuroprotection. It has been suggested that SIK2 may have therapeutic potential in the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases due to its role in neuronal survival and plasticity.
1. Cancer Research: SIK2 (Salt Inducible Kinase 2) is associated with various cellular processes such as metabolism, apoptosis, and cell cycle regulation. Knocking out SIK2 in HeLa cells can help elucidate its role in tumor progression and metastasis. 2. Drug Discovery: SIK2 knockout cells can aid in screening small molecule inhibitors or other compounds targeting pathways influenced by SIK2 activity, potentially leading to novel treatments for diseases where SIK2 plays a critical role. 3. Metabolic Studies: SIK2 has been implicated in the regulation of metabolic pathways. The knockout cell line is instrumental in studying the metabolic changes that occur when SIK2 is absent. Such studies can contribute to our understanding of metabolic disorders and provide insights into the development of therapies targeting metabolic imbalances. 4. Signal Transduction Research: SIK2 is part of important signaling pathways, including the AMPK pathway, which is crucial for cellular energy homeostasis. SIK2 knockout HeLa cells allow researchers to dissect the specific contributions of SIK2 to these signaling networks. 5. Apoptosis and Cell Survival Studies: By employing the SIK2 knockout cell line, scientists can explore how SIK2 influences cell survival and apoptosis. This is particularly relevant in the context of diseases characterized by dysregulated cell death, such as cancer and neurodegenerative diseases.
Customer Q&As
What is the recommended growth medium? Does it require antibiotic selection?

A: DMEM supplemented with 10% fetal bovine serum.
It is not required to add the selection antibiotics when culturing the KO cells.

How is the knockout cell line validated?

A: The knockout cell product is validated by PCR amplification and Sanger Sequencing to confirm the mutation at the genomic level. Please find the detailed mutation info in the datasheet.

Is the product a single clonal cell or mixed cell pool?

A: Single clonal cell.

Can I confirm gene knockout by RT-qPCR?

A: No. This knockout cell product is generated using the CRISPR/Cas9 system to induce small insertions or deletions (indels) resulting in frameshift mutations. Although these frameshift mutations typically disrupt the coding gene, there is a possibility that the non-functional transcript may still be transcribed. Consequently, this could potentially yield misleading results when analyzed by RT-qPCR.

How can I store the cell product?

A: The cell line should be stored in liquid nitrogen for long-term preservation.

Is it possible to get multiple knockout clones for my GOI?

A: For most cases, we often keep at least 2 clones with different frameshift mutations. Please feel free to contact us to check if there are additional available clones.

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Customer Reviews
Worked very well

The SIK2 knockout cells enable us to investigate the role of SIK2 in various cellular pathways and disease models. I recommend Creative Biogene'cell line.

France

01/27/2022

Great!

The SIK2 knockout cell is a genetically engineered cell line in which the SIK2 gene has been removed entirely. Good experimental results were obtained.

United States

07/19/2022

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