Overview

Also Known As: Axl KO

These Axl KO mice may be useful in studies of innate immunity, autoimmunity, germ cell development and apoptosis. Axl is highly expressed by key cellular targets of ZIKA virus (ZIKV), and is proposed to promote viral entry in certain cell types (including non-Axl-expressing cells). Axl inhibition represents a potential approach for antiviral therapies.

Genetic overview

Genetic Background	Generation

Axl^tm1Dgen

Allele Type	Gene Symbol	Gene Name
Targeted (Reporter, Null/Knockout)	Axl	AXL receptor tyrosine kinase

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Research Applications

Immunology, Inflammation and Autoimmunity Research
Cell Biology Research
Research Tools
Virology Research
Apoptosis Research
Reproductive Biology Research

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$2,854.50 Domestic price Cryo Recovery

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Detailed Description

This targeted mutant was created and characterized by Deltagen, Inc. View phenotypic data developed by Deltagen.

Briefly, a bacterial beta-galactosidase gene (lacZ) was inserted into the Axl locus such that the endogenous gene promoter drives lacZ expression. RNA transcripts are detectable in all tissues analyzed. lacZ expression is detectable in all tissues or organs analyzed. There were no significant differences detected in the homozygous mutant mice when compared with age- and gender-matched wildtype control mice.

In combination with mutations in other receptor tyrosine kinases, this strain may be useful in studies of innate immunity, autoimmunity, germ cell development and apoptosis.

The TAM receptors (Tyro3, Axl, and Mertk) are a family of receptor tyrosine kinases whose ligands (Gas6 and Protein S) bind to phosphatidylserine on the surface of apoptotic cells and enveloped viruses. Axl is highly expressed by key cellular targets of ZIKA virus (ZIKV) - including human radial glial cells, astrocytes, endothelial cells and microglia in developing human cortex, and by progenitor cells in developing retina (Nowakowski et al. 2016 Cell Stem Cell 18:591), as well as in subtypes of trophoblasts (Tabata et al. 2016 Cell Host Microb. 20:155). Research in 2017 identifies a dual role of Axl during ZIKV infection of human glial cells (astrocytes and microglia) - promoting viral entry and modulating innate immune responses - and suggests Axl inhibition may represent a potential target for antiviral therapies (Meertens et al. 2017 Cell Rep. 18:324).

Development

This Axl KO allele has a Lac0-SA-IRES-lacZ-Neo555G/Kan cassette replacing exons 1-11 of the AXL receptor tyrosine kinase (Axl) gene. Upon arrival at The Jackson Laboratory, these mice had been backcrossed at least six generations to C57BL/6 mice.

Expression Data

Expressed Gene	lacZ, beta-galactosidase, E. coli
Site of Expression	lacZ expression is detected in: brain, spinal cord, sciatic nerve, eyes, Harderian glands, thymus, spleen, lymph nodes, bone marrow, aorta, heart, lung, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, kidney, urinary bladder, trachea, larynx, esophagus, thyroid gland, parathyroid gland, pituitary gland, adrenal glands, salivary glands, tongue, skeletal muscle, skin, male and female reproductive systems. With strong expression detected in smooth muscle cells, blood vessels, capsules and connective tissue.

Expressed Gene

lacZ, beta-galactosidase, E. coli

Site of Expression

lacZ expression is detected in: brain, spinal cord, sciatic nerve, eyes, Harderian glands, thymus, spleen, lymph nodes, bone marrow, aorta, heart, lung, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, kidney, urinary bladder, trachea, larynx, esophagus, thyroid gland, parathyroid gland, pituitary gland, adrenal glands, salivary glands, tongue, skeletal muscle, skin, male and female reproductive systems. With strong expression detected in smooth muscle cells, blood vessels, capsules and connective tissue.

Control Suggestions

Wild-type from the colony

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Genetics

Axl^tm1Dgen

Allele Symbol: Axl^tm1Dgen

Allele Name	targeted mutation 1, Deltagen
Allele Type	Targeted (Reporter, Null/Knockout)
Allele Synonym(s)	Axl^tm1Dgen; targeted mutation 1, Deltagen
Gene Symbol and Name	Axl, AXL receptor tyrosine kinase
Gene Synonym(s)	UFO; expressed sequence AI323647; Tyro7; Ufo; JTK11; AI323647; ufo oncogene homolog; ARK; Ark; Ufo
Expressed Gene	lacZ, beta-galactosidase, E. coli
Site of Expression	lacZ expression is detected in: brain, spinal cord, sciatic nerve, eyes, Harderian glands, thymus, spleen, lymph nodes, bone marrow, aorta, heart, lung, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, kidney, urinary bladder, trachea, larynx, esophagus, thyroid gland, parathyroid gland, pituitary gland, adrenal glands, salivary glands, tongue, skeletal muscle, skin, male and female reproductive systems. With strong expression detected in smooth muscle cells, blood vessels, capsules and connective tissue.
Strain of Origin	129P2/OlaHsd
Chromosome	7
Molecular Note	A bacterial lacZ gene was inserted into the gene such that the endogenous gene promoter drives expression of beta-galactosidase. RNA transcripts are detectable in all tissues analyzed. LacZ (beta-galactosidase) expression is detectable in all tissues or organs analyzed.

Disease/Phenotype

Disease Terms

Research Areas By Genotype

This mouse can be used to support research in many areas including:

Immunology, Inflammation and Autoimmunity Research
- Vaccine Development
- Intracellular Signaling Molecules
- CD Antigens, Antigen Receptors, and Histocompatibility Markers
  - genes regulating susceptibility to infectious disease and endotoxin
- Autoimmunity
Cell Biology Research
- Signal Transduction
Research Tools
- Cell Biology Research
- Immunology, Inflammation and Autoimmunity Research
  - genes regulating susceptibility to infectious disease and endotoxin
- Infectious Disease
- Apoptosis Research
- Reproductive Biology Research
- lacZ Expression
Virology Research
Apoptosis Research
- Endogenous Regulators
  - Autoimmune Lymphroliferatve syndrome
Reproductive Biology Research

Mammalian Phenotype Terms by Genotype

The following phenotype information is associated with a similar, but not exact match to this JAX^® Mice strain

Genotype: Axl^tm1Dgen/Axl^tm1Dgen
involves: 129P2/OlaHsd * C57BL/6

normal phenotype

no abnormal phenotype detected

References

Additional - Axl^tm1Dgen related

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Genotyping Protocols
- Standard PCR: Axl^tm1Dgen
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Breeding Considerations

When maintaining a live colony, heterozygous mice may be bred together, to wildtype mice from the colony or to C57BL/6J inbred mice (Stock No. 000664). Alternatively, homozygous mice may be bred together.
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Citation
When using the Axl KO mouse strain in a publication, please cite the originating article(s) and include JAX stock #005777 in your Materials and Methods section.

Animal Health Reports

Facility Barrier Level Descriptions

Production of mice from cryopreserved embryos or sperm occurs in a maximum barrier room, G200

Pricing & Availability

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Also Known As: Axl KO

Genetic overview

Research Applications

Base Price

Detailed Description

Development

Expression Data

Control Suggestions

Additional Information

Axltm1Dgen

Allele Symbol: Axltm1Dgen

Disease Terms

Research Areas By Genotype

This mouse can be used to support research in many areas including:

Mammalian Phenotype Terms by Genotype

Genotype: Axltm1Dgen/Axltm1Dgeninvolves: 129P2/OlaHsd * C57BL/6

normal phenotype

References

Additional - Axltm1Dgen related

Genotyping Protocols

Breeding Considerations

Citation

Animal Health Reports

Production of mice from cryopreserved embryos or sperm occurs in a maximum barrier room, G200

Live Mouse

Cryorecovery - Pricing

Payment Terms and Conditions

The Jackson Laboratory's Genotype Promise

Terms of Use

Additional Use Restrictions Apply

Licensing Information

JAX® Mice, Products & Services Conditions of Use

No Warranty

Credit for PRODUCTS or SERVICES

Animal Care and Use for SERVICES

No Liability

Axl^tm1Dgen

Allele Symbol: Axl^tm1Dgen

Genotype: Axl^tm1Dgen/Axl^tm1Dgen
involves: 129P2/OlaHsd * C57BL/6

Additional - Axl^tm1Dgen related