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SDC4 syndecan 4

Gene ID: 6385, updated on 5-Mar-2024
Gene type: protein coding
Also known as: SYND4

Summary

The protein encoded by this gene is a transmembrane (type I) heparan sulfate proteoglycan that functions as a receptor in intracellular signaling. The encoded protein is found as a homodimer and is a member of the syndecan proteoglycan family. This gene is found on chromosome 20, while a pseudogene has been found on chromosome 22. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

Associated conditions

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DescriptionTests
Genome-wide association analysis identifies three psoriasis susceptibility loci.
GeneReviews: Not available

Genomic context

Location:
20q13.12
Sequence:
Chromosome: 20; NC_000020.11 (45325288..45348424, complement)
Total number of exons:
5

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