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{{Infobox gene | |||
| name = ERV3 | |||
| image = <!-- Image removed --> | |||
| caption = | |||
| symbol = ERV3 | |||
| alt_symbols = | |||
| EntrezGene = 2087 | |||
| HGNCid = 3436 | |||
| OMIM = 142460 | |||
| RefSeq = NM_001007251 | |||
| UniProt = P61812 | |||
| chromosome = 7 | |||
| arm = q | |||
| band = 11.23 | |||
}} | |||
'''ERV3''' (Endogenous Retrovirus Group 3) is a [[human endogenous retrovirus]] (HERV) that is part of the human genome. It is located on [[chromosome 7]] at the q11.23 region. | |||
ERV3 is a | |||
== Function == | == Function == | ||
ERV3 is one of the many [[endogenous retroviruses]] that have integrated into the human genome over millions of years. These sequences are remnants of ancient viral infections that have become fixed in the germline DNA. While most HERVs are non-functional, some have been co-opted by the host for beneficial purposes. | |||
The | == Expression == | ||
The expression of ERV3 is tissue-specific and has been detected in the [[placenta]], suggesting a potential role in [[placental development]]. The [[envelope protein]] of ERV3 has been studied for its possible immunosuppressive properties, which may contribute to maternal-fetal tolerance during pregnancy. | |||
== Clinical Significance == | |||
Altered expression of ERV3 has been observed in certain [[cancers]], including [[breast cancer]] and [[melanoma]]. Research is ongoing to determine the implications of these findings and whether ERV3 could serve as a [[biomarker]] for cancer diagnosis or prognosis. | |||
== See Also == | |||
* [[Endogenous retrovirus]] | * [[Endogenous retrovirus]] | ||
* [[Human genome]] | * [[Human genome]] | ||
* [[ | * [[Placental development]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
{{Reflist}} | |||
== External Links == | |||
* [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/gene/2087 ERV3 Gene - NCBI] | |||
* [https://www.uniprot.org/uniprot/P61812 ERV3 Protein - UniProt] | |||
[[Category: | [[Category:Human genes]] | ||
[[Category: | [[Category:Endogenous retroviruses]] | ||
[[Category: | [[Category:Chromosome 7]] | ||
Latest revision as of 20:38, 30 December 2024
| Symbol | ERV3 |
|---|---|
| HGNC ID | 3436 |
| Alternative symbols | – |
| Entrez Gene | 2087 |
| OMIM | 142460 |
| RefSeq | NM_001007251 |
| UniProt | P61812 |
| Chromosome | 7q11.23 |
| Locus supplementary data | – |
ERV3 (Endogenous Retrovirus Group 3) is a human endogenous retrovirus (HERV) that is part of the human genome. It is located on chromosome 7 at the q11.23 region.
Function[edit]
ERV3 is one of the many endogenous retroviruses that have integrated into the human genome over millions of years. These sequences are remnants of ancient viral infections that have become fixed in the germline DNA. While most HERVs are non-functional, some have been co-opted by the host for beneficial purposes.
Expression[edit]
The expression of ERV3 is tissue-specific and has been detected in the placenta, suggesting a potential role in placental development. The envelope protein of ERV3 has been studied for its possible immunosuppressive properties, which may contribute to maternal-fetal tolerance during pregnancy.
Clinical Significance[edit]
Altered expression of ERV3 has been observed in certain cancers, including breast cancer and melanoma. Research is ongoing to determine the implications of these findings and whether ERV3 could serve as a biomarker for cancer diagnosis or prognosis.
See Also[edit]
References[edit]
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