Target Name: CCER1
NCBI ID: G196477
Other Name(s): coiled-coil glutamate rich protein 1 | C12orf12 | CCER1 variant 1 | Coiled-coil glutamate rich protein 1, transcript variant 1 | CCER1_HUMAN | Coiled-coil domain-containing glutamate-rich protein 1

CCER1: A Drug Target / Disease Biomarker

CCER1, short for cancer cell adhesion receptor 1, is a protein that is expressed in various tissues of the body, including the skin, hair, and nails. It is a member of the integrin receptor family, which is a large superfamily of transmembrane proteins that play a critical role in cell-cell and cell-extracellular matrix interactions.

One of the main functions of CCER1 is its role in cell adhesion. This protein helps to promote the stickiness of cells to one another by interacting with adhesion molecules on the cell surface. These interactions can be important for the formation of tissues and organs, as well as for the development and maintenance of various diseases.

Research has also suggested that CCER1 may have potential as a drug target. By interacting with specific molecules on the surface of cancer cells, CCER1 may be able to inhibit the growth and spread of these cells. This could make it an attractive target for cancer therapies that focus on targeting the delivery of drugs to tumors.

Another potential use for CCER1 is as a biomarker for various diseases. Its expression has been observed in a variety of tissues and conditions, including cancer, autoimmune diseases, and wound healing. This suggests that CCER1 may be a useful indicator of disease status and response to therapeutic treatment.

In addition to its potential drug-targeting and biomarkering applications, CCER1 is also of interest to researchers due to its unique structure and biology. As a member of the integrin receptor family, CCER1 has a unique mechanism of cell adhesion that is distinct from other proteins that bind to adhesion molecules. This unique feature may provide insight into the broader biology of cell adhesion and the mechanisms that regulate it.

Overall, CCER1 is a protein that has the potential to be a drug target or biomarker for a variety of diseases. Further research is needed to fully understand its role and its potential applications in medicine.

Protein Name: Coiled-coil Glutamate Rich Protein 1

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