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CP ceruloplasmin

Gene ID: 1356, updated on 2-Nov-2024
Gene type: protein coding
Also known as: CP-2; AB073614

Summary

The protein encoded by this gene is a metalloprotein that binds most of the copper in plasma and is involved in the peroxidation of Fe(II)transferrin to Fe(III) transferrin. Mutations in this gene cause aceruloplasminemia, which results in iron accumulation and tissue damage, and is associated with diabetes and neurologic abnormalities. Two transcript variants, one protein-coding and the other not protein-coding, have been found for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Feb 2012]

Associated conditions

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DescriptionTests
Clinical and genetic association of serum ceruloplasmin with cardiovascular risk.
GeneReviews: Not available
Deficiency of ferroxidaseSee labs
Genome-wide association for abdominal subcutaneous and visceral adipose reveals a novel locus for visceral fat in women.
GeneReviews: Not available

Genomic context

Location:
3q24-q25.1
Sequence:
Chromosome: 3; NC_000003.12 (149162414..149221829, complement)
Total number of exons:
21

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