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SNCG synuclein gamma

Gene ID: 6623, updated on 3-Nov-2024
Gene type: protein coding
Also known as: SR; BCSG1

Summary

This gene encodes a member of the synuclein family of proteins which are believed to be involved in the pathogenesis of neurodegenerative diseases. Mutations in this gene have also been associated with breast tumor development. [provided by RefSeq, Jan 2010]

Genomic context

Location:
10q23.2
Sequence:
Chromosome: 10; NC_000010.11 (86955759..86963258)
Total number of exons:
7

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