TSPAN12 Gene Summary [Human]

The protein encoded by this gene is a member of the transmembrane 4 superfamily, also known as the tetraspanin family. Most of these members are cell-surface proteins that are characterized by the presence of four hydrophobic domains. The proteins mediate signal transduction events that play a role in the regulation of cell development, activation, growth and motility. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

Details

Type
Protein Coding
Official Symbol
TSPAN12
Official Name
tetraspanin 12 [Source:HGNC Symbol;Acc:HGNC:21641]
Ensembl ID
ENSG00000106025
Bio databases IDs NCBI: 23554 Ensembl: ENSG00000106025
Aliases tetraspanin 12
Synonyms 9030619E17, EVR5, NET-2, tetraspanin 12, TM4SF12
Species
Human, Homo sapiens
OrthologiesMouseRat

Protein Domains

A protein domain is a distinct structural or functional region within a protein that can evolve, function, and exist independently of the rest of the protein chain. These domains in human TSPAN12 often fold into stable, three-dimensional structures and are associated with specific biological functions, such as binding to DNA, other proteins, or small molecules.
  • palmitoylation site
  • tetraspanin_LEL
  • protein binding
  • Tetraspanin family

Top Findings

The most significant associations for this gene, including commonly observed domains, pathway involvement, and functional highlights based on current data.
disease
  • uterine leiomyoma
  • migraines
  • exudative vitreoretinopathy type 5
  • TSPAN12-related exudative vitreoretinopathy
  • atrophia bulborum hereditaria
  • leiomyomatosis
  • disrupted blood brain barrier
  • retinal dystrophy
  • adenomyosis
  • systemic lupus erythematosus
regulated by
regulates
role in cell
  • proteolysis in
  • maturation in

Subcellular Expression

Locations within the cell where the protein is known or predicted to be active, providing insight into its function and cellular context.
  • Plasma Membrane
  • cellular membrane

Gene Ontology Annotations

Describes the biological processes, cellular components, and molecular functions associated with the human TSPAN12 gene, providing context for its role in the cell.

Biological Process

Functions and activities the gene product is involved in
  • angiogenesis
  • retina layer formation
  • regulation of angiogenesis
  • cell surface receptor signaling pathway
  • maintenance of blood-brain barrier

Cellular Component

Where in the cell the gene product is active
  • membrane
  • plasma membrane

Molecular Function

What the gene product does at the molecular level
  • Wnt-activated receptor activity
  • protein binding

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