Glycoprotein 130
Glycoprotein 130
Glycoprotein 130 (pronounced: gly-co-pro-tein one-thirty), also known as gp130, IL6ST (Interleukin 6 Signal Transducer), or CD130 (Cluster of Differentiation 130), is a transmembrane protein that is encoded by the IL6ST gene in humans.
Etymology
The term "Glycoprotein 130" is derived from its molecular structure. It is a glycoprotein, a type of protein that has sugar molecules attached, and its molecular weight is approximately 130 kilodaltons.
Function
Glycoprotein 130 is a signal-transducing receptor component, which is shared by many cytokines, including Interleukin-6, Interleukin-11, Leukemia Inhibitory Factor (LIF), and Oncostatin M (OSM). These cytokines are involved in a variety of biological processes such as cell growth, neural development, and immune response.
Related Terms
- Cytokine: A type of protein that is involved in cell signaling and can influence the immune system.
- Interleukin: A group of cytokines that are produced by white blood cells (leukocytes).
- Transmembrane protein: A type of protein that spans the entire biological membrane.
- Signal transduction: The process by which a chemical or physical signal is transmitted through a cell.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Glycoprotein 130
- Wikipedia's article - Glycoprotein 130
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