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What is Foxp3 transcription factor?

Posted March 5, 2024

Antibodies and Proteomics Bioconjugation Antibody and Protein Labeling Cellular Processes Cluster of Differentiation (CD Antibodies)

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FOXP3 is a protein that regulates gene activity and is hence known as a transcription factor. FOXP3 is an abbreviation for Forkhead Box Protein 3. It is primarily expressed in a subset of CD4+ T-cells that play a suppressive role in the immune system.

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