GPR78 Gene Summary [Human]

The protein encoded by this gene belongs to the G protein-coupled receptor family, which contain 7 transmembrane domains and transduce extracellular signals through heterotrimeric G proteins. This is an orphan receptor, which displays significant level of constitutive activity. Association analysis shows preliminary evidence for the involvement of this gene in susceptibility to bipolar affective disorder and schizophrenia. Alternatively spliced transcript variants have been found for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Nov 2011]

Details

Type
Processed Transcript
Official Symbol
GPR78
Official Name
G protein-coupled receptor 78 [Source:HGNC Symbol;Acc:HGNC:4528]
Ensembl ID
ENSG00000155269
Bio databases IDs NCBI: 27201 Ensembl: ENSG00000155269
Aliases G protein-coupled receptor 78
Synonyms G protein-coupled receptor 78
Species
Human, Homo sapiens

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 GPR78 often fold into stable, three-dimensional structures and are associated with specific biological functions, such as binding to DNA, other proteins, or small molecules.
  • G-protein coupled receptor
  • 7 transmembrane receptor (rhodopsin family)
  • protein binding
  • seven-transmembrane G protein-coupled receptor superfamily

Pathways

Biological processes and signaling networks where the GPR78 gene in human plays a role, providing insight into its function and relevance in health or disease.

Top Findings

The most significant associations for this gene, including commonly observed domains, pathway involvement, and functional highlights based on current data.
binds
regulated by
regulates
role in cell
  • cell death

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 GPR78 gene, providing context for its role in the cell.

Biological Process

Functions and activities the gene product is involved in
  • adenylate cyclase-activating G-protein coupled receptor signaling pathway

Cellular Component

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

Molecular Function

What the gene product does at the molecular level
  • G-protein coupled receptor activity
  • protein binding

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