TACSTD2 is highly expressed in various types of cancers, including lung adenocarcinoma, hepatocellular carcinoma, cholangiocarcinoma, and renal cell carcinoma (RCC) . It participates in cell cycle progression through the MAPK signaling pathway . The hypermethylation of TACSTD2 has been associated with aggressive cancer characteristics and poor prognosis .
In non-small-cell lung cancer (NSCLC), TACSTD2 has been shown to regulate neovascularization via the ERK1/2 signaling pathway . Overexpression of TACSTD2 promotes cancer cell proliferation, invasion, and angiogenesis, making it a potential target for anti-angiogenesis therapy .
The methylation status of TACSTD2 can serve as a biomarker for the progression and clinical course of RCC . Higher methylation levels are significantly associated with advanced disease, high tumor stage, tumor differentiation, and the presence of lymph node or distant metastases . This makes TACSTD2 a valuable marker for predicting patient outcomes and tailoring personalized treatment strategies.
The recombinant form of TACSTD2, produced in Sf9 insect cells, is used in various research applications. Sf9 cells are derived from the fall armyworm and are commonly used for the expression of recombinant proteins. The human recombinant TACSTD2 produced in these cells retains its biological activity and is used in studies to understand its role in cancer progression and to develop targeted therapies.