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Is CD45 a phosphatase?

Posted July 8, 2022


Answer

CD45 is a protein tyrosine phosphatase that plays an essential role in lymphocyte activation and development. It is among the most abundant glycoproteins expressed on immune cells. 

Additional resources

CD45: an emerging role as a protein tyrosine phosphatase required for lymphocyte activation and development

PacBlue Anti-human CD45 Antibody *HI30*

CD45 (Protein tyrosine phosphatase, PTPRC)