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structural maintenance of chromosomes 1A

The SMC1A gene provides instructions for making a protein that is part of the structural maintenance of chromosomes (SMC) family. Within the nucleus, SMC proteins help regulate the structure and organisation of chromosomes.

Normal function

The SMC1A gene provides instructions for making a protein that is part of the structural maintenance of chromosomes (SMC) family. Within the nucleus, SMC proteins help regulate the structure and organisation of chromosomes.

The protein produced from the SMC1A gene helps control chromosomes during cell division. Before cells divide, they must copy all of their chromosomes. The copied DNA from each chromosome is arranged into two identical structures, called sister chromatids, which are attached to one another during the early stages of cell division. The SMC1A protein is part of a protein group called the cohesin complex that holds the sister chromatids together.

Researchers believe that the SMC1A protein, as a structural component of the cohesin complex, also plays important roles in stabilizing cells' genetic information, repairing damaged DNA, and regulating the activity of certain genes that are essential for normal development.

Conditions referring to this gene or chromosome

Altri nomi

DXS423E

KIAA0178

segregation of mitotic chromosomes 1

SMC1

SMC1-alpha

SMC1A_HUMAN

SMC1L1

SMCB

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  • 2 maggio 2023 | Ultima versione
  • 1 Apr 2022 | Pubblicato originariamente

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