LOC401261: A Potential Drug Target and Biomarker (G401261)
LOC401261: A Potential Drug Target and Biomarker
LOC401261 (FLJ38717) is a protein that is expressed in various tissues of the human body, including the brain, heart, and kidneys. It is a member of the LOC401261 family, which is characterized by the presence of a unique transmembrane domain and a C-terminal tail that is involved in protein-protein interactions.
The search for potential drug targets and biomarkers has led to the identification of LOC401261 as a potential target for drug development due to its unique structure and the involvement of several disease processes, including neurodegenerative diseases, cardiovascular disease, and kidney disease.
One of the key features of LOC401261 is its transmembrane domain, which is a region of the protein that is responsible for its stability and functions as a protein-protein interactions (PPI) anchor. This domain is unique in that it contains a conserved region that is involved in the formation of a PPI complex with other proteins, including the neurotransmitter acetylcholine. This PPI complex is thought to play a role in the regulation of various cellular processes, including neurotransmitter signaling and protein synthesis.
In addition to its transmembrane domain, LOC401261 is also characterized by a C-terminal tail that is involved in the regulation of protein-protein interactions (PPI) and in the regulation of cellular processes such as cell adhesion and migration. This tail is thought to be involved in the formation of PPI bonds with other proteins and may be a potential target for small molecules that can modulate these interactions.
The identification of LOC401261 as a potential drug target has been based on several studies, including in vitro and in vivo assays. For example, researchers have shown that LOC401261 is a protein that is expressed in various tissues of the brain and that it is involved in the regulation of neurotransmitter signaling. Additionally, studies have shown that LOC401261 is involved in the regulation of protein-protein interactions (PPI) and that it is a potential target for small molecules that can modulate these interactions.
While further research is needed to fully understand the role of LOC401261 in disease processes and to determine the most effective method for drug development, the unique structure and function of this protein make it an attractive target for research and development. As such, LOC401261 is expected to be further investigated in the coming years as a potential drug target and biomarker.
Protein Name: Uncharacterized LOC401261
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