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GAP43 growth associated protein 43

Gene ID: 2596, updated on 2-Nov-2024
Gene type: protein coding
Also known as: B-50; PP46; GAP-43

Summary

The protein encoded by this gene has been termed a 'growth' or 'plasticity' protein because it is expressed at high levels in neuronal growth cones during development and axonal regeneration. This protein is considered a crucial component of an effective regenerative response in the nervous system. Alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding distinct isoforms have been found for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

Genomic context

Location:
3q13.31
Sequence:
Chromosome: 3; NC_000003.12 (115623510..115721483)
Total number of exons:
4

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