Gene Symbol | Acta2 |
Entrez Gene ID | 11475 |
Full Name | actin, alpha 2, smooth muscle, aorta |
Synonyms | 0610041G09Rik,Actvs,SMalphaA,a-SMA,alphaSMA |
General protein information |
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Gene Type | protein-coding |
Organism | Mus musculus(house mouse) |
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Summary | The protein encoded by this gene belongs to the actin family of proteins, which are highly conserved proteins that play a role in cell motility, structure and integrity. Alpha, beta and gamma actin isoforms have been identified, with alpha actins being a major constituent of the contractile apparatus, while beta and gamma actins are involved in the regulation of cell motility. This actin is an alpha actin that is found in skeletal muscle. [provided by RefSeq, Sep 2015]. |