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centrosomal protein 290

The CEP290 gene provides instructions for making a protein that is present in many types of cells, including in the eye's light receptor cells (photoreceptors). Although this protein's function is not well understood, studies suggest that it plays an important role in cell structures called centrosomes and cilia. Centrosomes are involved in cell division and the assembly of microtubules, which are proteins that transport materials in cells and help the cell maintain its shape. Cilia are microscopic, finger-like projections that stick out from the surface of cells. Cilia are involved in cell movement and many different chemical signaling pathways. They are also necessary for the perception of sensory input (such as vision, hearing, and smell). The CEP290 protein is likely necessary for vision by playing a role in transporting proteins within photoreceptors.

Normal function

The CEP290 gene provides instructions for making a protein that is present in many types of cells, including in the eye's light receptor cells (photoreceptors). Although this protein's function is not well understood, studies suggest that it plays an important role in cell structures called centrosomes and cilia. Centrosomes are involved in cell division and the assembly of microtubules, which are proteins that transport materials in cells and help the cell maintain its shape. Cilia are microscopic, finger-like projections that stick out from the surface of cells. Cilia are involved in cell movement and many different chemical signaling pathways. They are also necessary for the perception of sensory input (such as vision, hearing, and smell). The CEP290 protein is likely necessary for vision by playing a role in transporting proteins within photoreceptors.

Conditions referring to this gene or chromosome

Altri nomi

3H11Ag

BBS14

cancer/testis antigen 87

CE290_HUMAN

centrosomal protein 290kDa

centrosomal protein of 290 kDa

CT87

CTCL tumour antigen se2-2

FLJ13615

FLJ21979

JBTS5

JBTS6

KIAA0373

LCA10

MKS4

monoclonal antibody 3H11 antigen

nephrocytsin-6

NPHP6

POC3

POC3 centriolar protein homolog

prostate cancer antigen T21

rd16

SLSN6

tumour antigen se2-2

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