ZSCAN12: A Promising Drug Target for Cancer and Tissue Homeostasis

Target Name: ZSCAN12

NCBI ID: G9753

ZSCAN12: A Promising Drug Target for Cancer and Tissue Homeostasis

ZSCAN12 (ZSC12_HUMAN), a gene product of the Zinc Finger Nucleases (ZFN) gene family, is a promising drug target and biomarker for various diseases, including cancer. ZSCAN12 has been shown to play a crucial role in the development and progression of various diseases , including cancer.

The ZFN gene family is a family of transmembrane proteins that contain a zinc finger domain. The zinc finger domain is a common structural feature that contains a nucleotide-binding oligomerization (NBO) domain and a variable region that can be conservatively evolved. ZSCAN12 is a member of the ZFN family and is expressed in various tissues and organs, including human tissues and organs.

ZSCAN12 has been shown to be involved in a variety of physiological processes, including cell growth, differentiation, and inflammation. It has been shown to play a role in the development and progression of various diseases, including cancer. For example, ZSCAN12 has been shown to be involved in the development of colon cancer. Several studies have shown that individuals with certain genetic variations in the ZSCAN12 gene are at an increased risk of developing colon cancer.

In addition to its role in cancer development, ZSCAN12 has also been shown to be involved in the regulation of cellular processes that are important for maintaining tissue homeostasis. For example, ZSCAN12 has been shown to play a role in the regulation of cell adhesion, a process that is critical for maintaining the structure and function of tissues.

ZSCAN12 has also been shown to be involved in the regulation of cellular processes that are important for wound healing and tissue repair. This is important for the regulation of the inflammatory response and the regulation of the immune response.

In conclusion, ZSCAN12 is a promising drug target and biomarker for various diseases, including cancer. Its role in the development and progression of these diseases, as well as its involvement in various cellular processes that are important for maintaining tissue homeostasis, make it an attractive target for further research.

Protein Name: Zinc Finger And SCAN Domain Containing 12

Functions: May be involved in transcriptional regulation

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