Overview

Also Known As: CB2R KO

CB₂ is normally up-regulated following pro-inflammatory and nociceptive stimuli, and in human brain tissues affected by Alzheimer's disease (AD), multiple sclerosis (MS) and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). These CB₂ knockout mice (CB₂^-, CB₂R^- or Cnr2^-) may be useful for studying these diseases, pain management and drug/antibody therapeutics.

Genetic overview

Genetic Background	Generation
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Cnr2^tm1Dgen

Allele Type	Gene Symbol	Gene Name
Targeted (Null/Knockout)	Cnr2	cannabinoid receptor 2 (macrophage)

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Research Applications

Neurobiology Research
Immunology, Inflammation and Autoimmunity Research

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$236.78 Domestic price for female 4-week

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Detailed Description

Cannabinoid receptor 2 (CB₂ or CB₂R) is normally expressed in cells of the haematopoietic lineage, central nervous system and bone. In immune cells, CB₂ is expressed on leukocytes and localized in intracellular membranous structures. Endogenous expression is up-regulated by pro-inflammatory and nociceptive stimuli. CB₂ activation reduces expression of adhesion molecules in brain endothelium, decreasing leukocyte engagement and recruitment.

In these CB₂ knockout mice (CB₂^-/-, CB₂R^-/-, Cnr2^-/- or Cnr2^tm1Dgen), CB₂ agonists have no effect on minimizing leukocyte-endothelial cell interaction. After treatment with lipopolysaccharide (LPS), CB₂ null mice fail to show complete resolution of inflammation compared to wild type controls. An increase in leukocyte adhesion is seen when Cnr2^-/- leukocytes are transferred into wildtype recipient mice.

This CB₂ knockout mutant was created and characterized by Deltagen, Inc. View phenotypic data developed by Deltagen.

J20 transgenic amyloid mice express the K670N/M671L/V717F mutant form of amyloid precursor protein under control of the human platelet–derived growth factor β polypeptide promoter (Stock No. 006293). Hemizygous J20 mice are a Familial Alzheimer's Disease model with progressive amyloid deposition as they age (significant reactive microgliosis by 8 months of age). C57BL/6 mice homozygous for Cnr2^tm1Dgen and also harboring the J20 transgene (J20 CNR2^/-/) exhibit increased amyloid pathology (increased soluble Aβ42, plaque deposition and plaque associated microglia), but altered tau processing (suppressed total tau), when compared to J20 mice alone.

Of note, another published CB₂ knockout allele (Cnr2^tm1Zim) has been used to show CB₂-deficient macrophages are resistant to the inhibitory effects of δ-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and CB₂ knockout mice have increased severity in experimental autoimmune encephalitis. Homozygous Cnr2^tm1Zim mice also harboring the R6/2 transgene (encoding human mutant Huntington exon 1) have increased microglial activation and exacerbated Huntington disease progression/excitotoxicity compared to R6/2 mice alone.

Development

The CB₂ knockout allele (CB₂^-, CB₂R^-, Cnr2^- or Cnr2^tm1Dgen) was created by Deltagen. Specifically, the "Neo555T" construct was electroporated into 129P2/OlaHsd-derived E14 embryonic stem (ES) cells. Targeted mutant cell line 655 had homologous recombination of the "Neo555T" construct resulting in a 334 bp deletion in the coding exon of cannabinoid receptor 2 [macrophage] locus (CB₂; Cnr2) on chromosome 4. The donating investigator reported the Cnr2^- mice were backcrossed at least five generations to C57BL/6 mice (see SNP note below) prior to sending to The Jackson Laboratory Repository.

A 32 SNP (single nucleotide polymorphism) panel analysis, with 27 markers covering all 19 chromosomes and the X chromosome, as well as 5 markers that distinguish between the C57BL/6J and C57BL/6N substrains, was performed on the rederived living colony at The Jackson Laboratory Repository. While the 27 markers throughout the genome suggested a C57BL/6 genetic background, 2 of 5 markers that determine C57BL/6J from C57BL/6N were found to be segregating. These data suggest the mice sent to The Jackson Laboratory Repository were on a mixed C57BL/6J ; C57BL/6N genetic background.

Control Suggestions

000664 C57BL/6J

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Genetics

Cnr2^tm1Dgen

Allele Symbol: Cnr2^tm1Dgen

Allele Name	targeted mutation 1, Deltagen
Allele Type	Targeted (Null/Knockout)
Allele Synonym(s)	Cnr2^tm1Dgen; targeted mutation 1, Deltagen
Gene Symbol and Name	Cnr2, cannabinoid receptor 2 (macrophage)
Gene Synonym(s)	CX5; CB-2; CB2; CB2C; CNR2C; cannabinoid receptor 2 (spleen); CB2-R
Strain of Origin	129P2/OlaHsd
Chromosome	4
Molecular Note	This gene was disrupted by homologous recombination. Normally, RNA transcripts are detectable in lung, liver, thymus, spleen, lymph nodes, bone marrow, skin and testis.

Disease/Phenotype

Disease Terms

Research Areas By Genotype

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

Neurobiology Research
- Receptor Defects
  - cannabinoid receptor
Immunology, Inflammation and Autoimmunity 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: Cnr2^tm1Dgen/Cnr2^tm1Dgen
involves: 129P2/OlaHsd * C57BL/6

integument phenotype

alopecia
- in three out of seven homozygotes

References

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Genotyping Protocols
- Standard PCR:Cnr2^tm1Dgen
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Dietary Information
- LabDiet® 5K52 formulation (6% fat)
Breeding Considerations

When maintaining a live colony, heterozygous or homozygous mice may be bred together.
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Mating System
- Homozygote x Homozygote
Citation
When using the CB2R KO mouse strain in a publication, please cite the originating article(s) and include JAX stock #005786 in your Materials and Methods section.

Animal Health Reports

Facility Barrier Level Descriptions

AX11 (Maximum)

Pricing & Availability

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Cryorecovery - Pricing

Service	Genotype	Price
	Heterozygous or Wild-type for Cnr2<tm1Dgen>

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Also Known As: CB2R KO

Genetic overview

Research Applications

Base Price

Detailed Description

Development

Control Suggestions

Additional Information

Cnr2tm1Dgen

Allele Symbol: Cnr2tm1Dgen

Disease Terms

Research Areas By Genotype

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

Mammalian Phenotype Terms by Genotype

Genotype: Cnr2tm1Dgen/Cnr2tm1Dgeninvolves: 129P2/OlaHsd * C57BL/6

integument phenotype

References

Additional - Cnr2tm1Dgen related

Genotyping Protocols

Dietary Information

Breeding Considerations

Mating System

Citation

Animal Health Reports

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

Cnr2^tm1Dgen

Allele Symbol: Cnr2^tm1Dgen

Genotype: Cnr2^tm1Dgen/Cnr2^tm1Dgen
involves: 129P2/OlaHsd * C57BL/6

Additional - Cnr2^tm1Dgen related