FNDC11: A Protein Involved in Several Physiological Processes in The Body

Target Name: FNDC11

NCBI ID: G79025

FNDC11: A Protein Involved in Several Physiological Processes in The Body

FNDC11, also known as FND11_HUMAN, is a protein that is expressed in various tissues of the human body, including the brain, pancreas, and muscle. It is a member of the family of N-cadherin subfamily 11 (N-Cadherin) proteins, which are known for their role in cell-cell adhesion and tissue organization.

FNDC11 is a 21-kDa protein that is expressed in the brain, pancreas, and muscle. It is highly expressed in the pancreas, where it is found in the islet cells, which produce insulin to regulate blood sugar levels. FNDC11 is also expressed in the brain, where it is found in the glial cells, which support the development and maintenance of neural cells. Additionally, FNDC11 is expressed in muscle tissue, where it is involved in muscle cell function and growth.

FNDC11 has been shown to play a role in several physiological processes in the body. For example, studies have shown that FNDC11 is involved in the regulation of insulin secretion from pancreatic islet cells. Islet cells are specialized cells that produce insulin to regulate blood sugar levels. FNDC11 has been shown to play a role in the regulation of the amount of insulin that is released by these cells.

Another study has shown that FNDC11 is involved in the development and maintenance of neural cells. Neural cells are responsible for transmitting electrical signals throughout the brain and body. FNDC11 has been shown to play a role in the development and maintenance of these cells by regulating the migration and survival of these cells.

FNDC11 has also been shown to be involved in the regulation of muscle cell function and growth. Muscle cells are responsible for generating force and movement in the body. FNDC11 has been shown to play a role in the regulation of muscle cell function and growth by regulating the amount of muscle cell that is formed and the way that these cells function.

In addition to its role in regulation of physiological processes, FNDC11 has also been shown to be a potential drug target. Studies have shown that FNDC11 can be targeted by small molecules, such as inhibitors of tyrosine kinase, which are commonly used to treat diseases such as cancer and diabetes. Additionally, FNDC11 can be targeted by antibodies, which can be used to treat diseases such as autoimmune disorders.

Overall, FNDC11 is a protein that is involved in several physiological processes in the body, including the regulation of insulin secretion, the development and maintenance of neural cells, and the regulation of muscle cell function and growth. It is also a potential drug target, and research is being conducted to determine its potential role in the treatment of various diseases.

Protein Name: Fibronectin Type III Domain Containing 11

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