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'''NFATC3''' or '''Nuclear Factor of Activated T-cells, Cytoplasmic 3''' is a protein that in humans is encoded by the NFATC3 gene. It is a member of the [[nuclear factors of activated T cells]] (NFAT) family of transcription factors, which play a crucial role in the immune response.
{{Infobox gene
| name = NFATC3
| symbol = NFATC3
| HGNCid = 7775
| OMIM = 600489
| EntrezGene = 4775
| RefSeq = NM_173091
| UniProt = Q12968
| chromosome = 16
| arm = q
| band = 22
}}
 
'''NFATC3''' (Nuclear Factor of Activated T-Cells, Cytoplasmic 3) is a [[protein]] that in humans is encoded by the '''NFATC3''' [[gene]].


== Function ==
== Function ==
NFATC3 is a component of the [[calcineurin]]-NFAT signaling pathway, which is involved in [[T-cell]] activation. The protein is primarily located in the cytoplasm and is dephosphorylated upon T cell receptor (TCR) stimulation or during an increase in intracellular calcium concentration. This dephosphorylation leads to its translocation into the nucleus, where it becomes part of a transcription complex that regulates gene expression.
NFATC3 is a member of the [[nuclear factor of activated T-cells]] (NFAT) family of transcription factors. These transcription factors are involved in the regulation of [[gene expression]] in response to [[calcium]] signaling. NFAT proteins are critical for the development and function of the [[immune system]], particularly in the activation of [[T-cells]].


== Structure ==
== Structure ==
The NFATC3 protein consists of several domains, including a [[Rel homology domain]] (RHD), which is responsible for DNA binding, and a regulatory domain, which contains multiple serine-rich regions that are targets for phosphorylation. The protein also contains a calcineurin-binding motif, which is necessary for its dephosphorylation and nuclear translocation.
The NFATC3 protein contains several domains that are important for its function, including a [[Rel homology domain]] (RHD) that is responsible for [[DNA binding]] and a [[transactivation domain]] that interacts with other proteins to regulate transcription.


== Clinical Significance ==
== Clinical Significance ==
Alterations in the NFATC3 gene have been associated with various diseases, including [[autoimmune diseases]], [[cancer]], and [[cardiovascular diseases]]. For example, overexpression of NFATC3 has been observed in several types of cancer, suggesting that it may play a role in tumor progression. In addition, mutations in the NFATC3 gene have been linked to autoimmune diseases such as [[rheumatoid arthritis]] and [[systemic lupus erythematosus]].
Mutations or dysregulation of NFATC3 have been implicated in various [[diseases]], including [[autoimmune disorders]] and [[cancer]]. Research is ongoing to better understand the role of NFATC3 in these conditions and to develop potential therapeutic strategies.


== Research ==
== Interactions ==
Research on NFATC3 is ongoing, with studies focusing on its role in immune response, its potential as a therapeutic target in cancer and autoimmune diseases, and its involvement in cardiovascular diseases.
NFATC3 interacts with several other proteins to exert its effects on gene expression. It can form complexes with other NFAT family members, as well as with [[AP-1]] transcription factors, to regulate the expression of target genes.
 
[[File:NFATC3 protein structure.jpg|thumb|right|300px|Structure of the NFATC3 protein.]]


== See Also ==
== See Also ==
* [[Nuclear factor of activated T-cells]]
* [[NFATC1]]
* [[Calcineurin]]
* [[NFATC2]]
* [[NFATC4]]
* [[Transcription factor]]
* [[T-cell receptor]]
* [[T-cell receptor]]


== References ==
== References ==
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{{Reflist}}
 
== External Links ==
* [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/gene/4775 NFATC3 Gene - NCBI]
* [https://www.uniprot.org/uniprot/Q12968 NFATC3 Protein - UniProt]


[[Category:Genes]]
[[Category:Transcription factors]]
[[Category:Proteins]]
[[Category:Human proteins]]
[[Category:Immunology]]
[[Category:Genes on human chromosome 16]]
[[Category:Oncology]]
[[Category:Cardiology]]
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Latest revision as of 20:32, 30 December 2024

NFATC3
Symbol NFATC3
HGNC ID 7775
Alternative symbols
Entrez Gene 4775
OMIM 600489
RefSeq NM_173091
UniProt Q12968
Chromosome 16q22
Locus supplementary data


NFATC3 (Nuclear Factor of Activated T-Cells, Cytoplasmic 3) is a protein that in humans is encoded by the NFATC3 gene.

Function[edit]

NFATC3 is a member of the nuclear factor of activated T-cells (NFAT) family of transcription factors. These transcription factors are involved in the regulation of gene expression in response to calcium signaling. NFAT proteins are critical for the development and function of the immune system, particularly in the activation of T-cells.

Structure[edit]

The NFATC3 protein contains several domains that are important for its function, including a Rel homology domain (RHD) that is responsible for DNA binding and a transactivation domain that interacts with other proteins to regulate transcription.

Clinical Significance[edit]

Mutations or dysregulation of NFATC3 have been implicated in various diseases, including autoimmune disorders and cancer. Research is ongoing to better understand the role of NFATC3 in these conditions and to develop potential therapeutic strategies.

Interactions[edit]

NFATC3 interacts with several other proteins to exert its effects on gene expression. It can form complexes with other NFAT family members, as well as with AP-1 transcription factors, to regulate the expression of target genes.

See Also[edit]

References[edit]

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External Links[edit]