Name

LTAP1 Gene

lipid transport auxiliary protein 1

HILPDA Gene

hypoxia inducible lipid droplet-associated

Enables signaling receptor binding activity. Involved in several processes, including autocrine signaling; cellular response to hypoxia; and positive regulation of lipid storage. Located in several cellular components, including cell surface; lipid droplet; and secretory granule. Implicated in colorectal cancer and hepatocellular carcinoma. Biomarker of colorectal cancer and hepatocellular carcinoma. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

LOC400927 Gene

TPTE and PTEN homologous inositol lipid phosphatase pseudogene

LDAH Gene

lipid droplet associated hydrolase

Predicted to enable sterol ester esterase activity. Involved in cholesterol homeostasis and intracellular triglyceride homeostasis. Acts upstream of with a positive effect on lipid droplet fusion. Located in endoplasmic reticulum and lipid droplet. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

STARD10 Gene

StAR-related lipid transfer (START) domain containing 10

Predicted to enable lipid binding activity. Predicted to be involved in lipid transport. Predicted to act upstream of or within bile acid secretion and positive regulation of peroxisome proliferator activated receptor signaling pathway. Located in cytosol. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

STARD13 Gene

StAR-related lipid transfer (START) domain containing 13

This gene encodes a protein which contains an N-terminal sterile alpha motif (SAM) for protein-protein interactions, followed by an ATP/GTP-binding motif, a GTPase-activating protein (GAP) domain, and a C-terminal STAR-related lipid transfer (START) domain. It may be involved in regulation of cytoskeletal reorganization, cell proliferation, and cell motility, and acts as a tumor suppressor in hepatoma cells. The gene is located in a region of chromosome 13 that is associated with loss of heterozygosity in hepatocellular carcinomas. Alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been described for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Aug 2011]

STARD9 Gene

StAR-related lipid transfer (START) domain containing 9

Enables microtubule binding activity and microtubule motor activity. Involved in spindle assembly. Located in centriole; cytoplasm; and nucleus. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

STARD4 Gene

StAR-related lipid transfer (START) domain containing 4

Cholesterol homeostasis is regulated, at least in part, by sterol regulatory element (SRE)-binding proteins (e.g., SREBP1; MIM 184756) and by liver X receptors (e.g., LXRA; MIM 602423). Upon sterol depletion, LXRs are inactive and SREBPs are cleaved, after which they bind promoter SREs and activate genes involved in cholesterol biosynthesis and uptake. Sterol transport is mediated by vesicles or by soluble protein carriers, such as steroidogenic acute regulatory protein (STAR; MIM 600617). STAR is homologous to a family of proteins containing a 200- to 210-amino acid STAR-related lipid transfer (START) domain, including STARD4 (Soccio et al., 2002 [PubMed 12011452]).[supplied by OMIM, Mar 2008]

STARD5 Gene

StAR-related lipid transfer (START) domain containing 5

Proteins containing a steroidogenic acute regulatory-related lipid transfer (START) domain are often involved in the trafficking of lipids and cholesterol between diverse intracellular membranes. This gene is a member of the StarD subfamily that encodes START-related lipid transfer proteins. The protein encoded by this gene is a cholesterol transporter and is also able to bind and transport other sterol-derived molecules related to the cholesterol/bile acid biosynthetic pathways such as 25-hydroxycholesterol. Its expression is upregulated during endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress. The protein is thought to act as a cytosolic sterol transporter that moves cholesterol between intracellular membranes such as from the cytoplasm to the ER and from the ER to the Golgi apparatus. Alternative splicing of this gene produces multiple transcript variants. [provided by RefSeq, Jan 2016]

ERLIN1 Gene

ER lipid raft associated 1

The protein encoded by this gene is part of a protein complex that mediates degradation of inositol 1,4,5-trisphosphate receptors in the endoplasmic reticulum. The encoded protein also binds cholesterol and regulates the SREBP signaling pathway, which promotes cellular cholesterol homeostasis. Defects in this gene have been associated with spastic paraplegia 62. [provided by RefSeq, Dec 2016]

ERLIN2 Gene

ER lipid raft associated 2

This gene encodes a member of the SPFH domain-containing family of lipid raft-associated proteins. The encoded protein is localized to lipid rafts of the endoplasmic reticulum and plays a critical role in inositol 1,4,5-trisphosphate (IP3) signaling by mediating ER-associated degradation of activated IP3 receptors. Mutations in this gene are a cause of spastic paraplegia-18 (SPG18). Alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding multiple isoforms have been observed for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Feb 2012]

LPPR3 Gene

lipid phosphate phosphatase-related protein type 3

The proteins in the lipid phosphate phosphatase (LPP) family, including PRG2, are integral membrane proteins that modulate bioactive lipid phosphates including phosphatidate, lysophosphatidate, and sphingosine-1-phosphate in the context of cell migration, neurite retraction, and mitogenesis (Brauer et al., 2003 [PubMed 12730698]).[supplied by OMIM, Mar 2008]

RFTN1 Gene

raftlin, lipid raft linker 1

Enables double-stranded RNA binding activity. Involved in B cell receptor signaling pathway; membrane raft assembly; and positive regulation of growth rate. Acts upstream of or within dsRNA transport; response to exogenous dsRNA; and toll-like receptor 3 signaling pathway. Located in endosome; membrane raft; and plasma membrane. Part of protein-containing complex. Biomarker of glaucoma. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

RFTN1P1 Gene

raftlin, lipid raft linker 1 pseudogene 1

LPPR5 Gene

lipid phosphate phosphatase-related protein type 5

The protein encoded by this gene is a type 2 member of the phosphatidic acid phosphatase (PAP) family. All type 2 members of this protein family contain 6 transmembrane regions, and a consensus N-glycosylation site. PAPs convert phosphatidic acid to diacylglycerol, and function in de novo synthesis of glycerolipids as well as in receptor-activated signal transduction mediated by phospholipase D. Alternate transcriptional splice variants, encoding different isoforms, have been characterized. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

LPPR4 Gene

lipid phosphate phosphatase-related protein type 4

The protein encoded by this gene belongs to the lipid phosphate phosphatase (LPP) family. LPPs catalyze the dephosphorylation of a number of bioactive lipid mediators that regulate a variety of cell functions. This protein is specifically expressed in neurons. It is located in the membranes of outgrowing axons and has been shown to be important for axonal outgrowth during development and regenerative sprouting. Alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been found for this gene.[provided by RefSeq, Oct 2009]

LPPR2 Gene

lipid phosphate phosphatase-related protein type 2

Predicted to enable phosphatidate phosphatase activity. Predicted to be involved in phospholipid dephosphorylation; phospholipid metabolic process; and signal transduction. Predicted to be located in membrane. Predicted to be active in plasma membrane. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

LPPR1 Gene

lipid phosphate phosphatase-related protein type 1

This gene encodes a member of the plasticity-related gene (PRG) family. Members of the PRG family mediate lipid phosphate phosphatase activity in neurons and are known to be involved in neuronal plasticity. The protein encoded by this gene does not perform its function through enzymatic phospholipid degradation. This gene is strongly expressed in brain. It shows dynamic expression regulation during brain development and neuronal excitation. Alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding the same protein have been observed. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

STARD8 Gene

StAR-related lipid transfer (START) domain containing 8

This gene encodes a member of a subfamily of Rho GTPase activating proteins that contain a steroidogenic acute regulatory protein related lipid transfer domain. The encoded protein localizes to focal adhesions and may be involved in regulating cell morphology. This protein may also function as a tumor suppressor. [provided by RefSeq, Mar 2010]

STARD3 Gene

StAR-related lipid transfer (START) domain containing 3

This gene encodes a member of a subfamily of lipid trafficking proteins that are characterized by a C-terminal steroidogenic acute regulatory domain and an N-terminal metastatic lymph node 64 domain. The encoded protein localizes to the membranes of late endosomes and may be involved in exporting cholesterol. Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants.[provided by RefSeq, Oct 2009]

STARD6 Gene

StAR-related lipid transfer (START) domain containing 6

Cholesterol homeostasis is regulated, at least in part, by sterol regulatory element (SRE)-binding proteins (e.g., SREBP1; MIM 184756) and by liver X receptors (e.g., LXRA; MIM 602423). Upon sterol depletion, LXRs are inactive and SREBPs are cleaved, after which they bind promoter SREs and activate genes involved in cholesterol biosynthesis and uptake. Sterol transport is mediated by vesicles or by soluble protein carriers, such as steroidogenic acute regulatory protein (STAR; MIM 600617). STAR is homologous to a family of proteins containing a 200- to 210-amino acid STAR-related lipid transfer (START) domain, including STARD6 (Soccio et al., 2002 [PubMed 12011452]).[supplied by OMIM, Mar 2008]

STARD7 Gene

StAR-related lipid transfer (START) domain containing 7

Predicted to enable lipid transfer activity. Predicted to be involved in ubiquinone biosynthetic process. Predicted to act upstream of or within several processes, including establishment of skin barrier; mucociliary clearance; and myeloid dendritic cell activation. Located in mitochondrion. Implicated in familial adult myoclonic epilepsy 2. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

LOC100131127 Gene

degenerative spermatocyte homolog 1, lipid desaturase (Drosophila) pseudogene

ILRUN Gene

inflammation and lipid regulator with UBA-like and NBR1-like domains

This gene encodes a protein with N-terminal ubiquitin-associated (UBA)-like and central neighbor of BRCA1 gene 1 (NBR1)-like domains. The protein acts an inhibitor of antiviral and proinflammatory cytokine transcription and as a regulator of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS). [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2021]

BLTP2 Gene

bridge-like lipid transfer protein family member 2

This gene was initially characterized in human as having high expression levels in breast carcinomas and breast cancer cell lines. This gene also has increased expression in prostrate cancer cells relative to normal prostrate tissues. Expression of this gene is negatively regulated by direct binding of the microRNA miR-195 to its 3' UTR. miR-195 has been shown to modulate the invasiveness of prostrate cancer cells and xenograft metastases by downgrading expression of this gene. In mouse, the protein encoded by this gene was identified as an antigen on acute monocytic leukemia cells. In human, alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants encoding distinct isoforms; some of these isoforms are predicted to contain an RNA pol II promoter FMP27 protein domain and a Golgi-body-localization APT1 domain. [provided by RefSeq, Apr 2017]

BLTP1 Gene

bridge-like lipid transfer protein family member 1

This gene is located on the long arm of chromosome 4 in a region that is associated with susceptibility to celiac disease. The encoded protein is similar to a Chinese hamster protein that is associated with spermatocyte and adipocyte differentiation. The C-terminus of the protein is also similar to a Caenorhabditis elegans protein that plays a role in lipid storage. In mammals, this protein is thought to function in the regulation of epithelial growth and differentiation, and in tumor development. [provided by RefSeq, Oct 2009]

LDAF1 Gene

lipid droplet assembly factor 1

Involved in lipid droplet formation. Located in endoplasmic reticulum membrane and lipid droplet. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

BLTP3B Gene

bridge-like lipid transfer protein family member 3B

Enables GARP complex binding activity; lipid transfer activity; and protein homodimerization activity. Involved in early endosome to Golgi transport and intermembrane lipid transfer. Located in cytosol and early endosome. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

HYCC2 Gene

hyccin PI4KA lipid kinase complex subunit 2

Predicted to be involved in phosphatidylinositol phosphate biosynthetic process and protein localization to plasma membrane. Predicted to be located in cytosol and membrane. Predicted to be active in plasma membrane. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

BLTP3A Gene

bridge-like lipid transfer protein family member 3A

Enables histone deacetylase binding activity and identical protein binding activity. Located in late endosome. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

HYCC1 Gene

hyccin PI4KA lipid kinase complex subunit 1

The protein encoded by this gene may play a part in the beta-catenin/Lef signaling pathway. Expression of this gene is down-regulated by beta-catenin. Defects in this gene are a cause of hypomyelination with congenital cataract (HCC). [provided by RefSeq, Oct 2008]

APOLTP Gene

apolipoprotein lipid transfer particle homolog

IFT81 Gene

intraflagellar transport 81

The protein encoded by this gene, together with IFT74, forms a tubulin-binding module of intraflagellar transport complex B. This module is involved in transport of tubulin within the cilium, and the encoded protein is required for ciliogenesis. Mutations in this gene are a cause of short-rib polydactyly syndromes. [provided by RefSeq, Dec 2016]

IFT88 Gene

intraflagellar transport 88

This gene encodes a member of the tetratrico peptide repeat (TPR) family. The encoded protein is involved in cilium biogenesis. Mutations of a similar gene in mouse can cause polycystic kidney disease. Several transcript variants encoding distinct isoforms have been identified for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2017]

VTI1BP1 Gene

vesicle transport through interaction with t-SNAREs 1B pseudogene 1

VTI1BP2 Gene

vesicle transport through interaction with t-SNAREs 1B pseudogene 2

IFT43 Gene

intraflagellar transport 43

This gene encodes a subunit of the intraflagellar transport complex A (IFT-A). IFT-A is a multiprotein complex that plays an important role in cilia assembly and maintenance by mediating retrograde ciliary transport. Mutations in this gene are a cause of cranioectodermal dysplasia-3 (CED3), also known as Sensenbrenner syndrome. Alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding multiple isoforms have been observed for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Dec 2011]

IFT46 Gene

intraflagellar transport 46

Predicted to be involved in cilium assembly; intraciliary transport; and protein stabilization. Predicted to act upstream of or within smoothened signaling pathway. Located in cytoplasm. Part of intraciliary transport particle B. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

NUTF2P8 Gene

nuclear transport factor 2 pseudogene 8

NUTF2P2 Gene

nuclear transport factor 2 pseudogene 2

NUTF2P6 Gene

nuclear transport factor 2 pseudogene 6

NUTF2P7 Gene

nuclear transport factor 2 pseudogene 7

NUTF2P4 Gene

nuclear transport factor 2 pseudogene 4

AABT Gene

Beta-amino acids, renal transport of

VTI1A Gene

vesicle transport through interaction with t-SNAREs 1A

The protein encoded by this gene is a member of the family of soluble N-ethylmaleimide-sensitive fusion protein-attachment protein receptors (SNAREs) that function in intracellular trafficking. This family member is involved in vesicular transport between endosomes and the trans-Golgi network. It is a vesicle-associated SNARE (v-SNARE) that interacts with target membrane SNAREs (t-SNAREs). Polymorphisms in this gene have been associated with binocular function, and also with susceptibility to colorectal and lung cancers. A recurrent rearrangement has been found between this gene and the transcription factor 7-like 2 (TCF7L2) gene in colorectal cancers. Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants. [provided by RefSeq, Dec 2015]

VTI1B Gene

vesicle transport through interaction with t-SNAREs 1B

Enables SNARE binding activity and chloride channel inhibitor activity. Involved in regulation of protein localization to plasma membrane. Located in several cellular components, including endosome membrane; lysosomal membrane; and perinuclear region of cytoplasm. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

TMED7 Gene

transmembrane emp24 protein transport domain containing 7

Predicted to be involved in Golgi organization; endoplasmic reticulum to Golgi vesicle-mediated transport; and intracellular protein transport. Located in Golgi apparatus; endoplasmic reticulum; and endoplasmic reticulum-Golgi intermediate compartment. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

TMED6 Gene

transmembrane emp24 protein transport domain containing 6

Predicted to be involved in Golgi organization; endoplasmic reticulum to Golgi vesicle-mediated transport; and intracellular protein transport. Predicted to be located in endoplasmic reticulum membrane. Predicted to be active in several cellular components, including COPII-coated ER to Golgi transport vesicle; Golgi apparatus; and endoplasmic reticulum-Golgi intermediate compartment. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

TMED5 Gene

transmembrane emp24 protein transport domain containing 5

Involved in Golgi ribbon formation. Located in cis-Golgi network; endoplasmic reticulum exit site; and endoplasmic reticulum-Golgi intermediate compartment. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

TMED4 Gene

transmembrane emp24 protein transport domain containing 4

Involved in positive regulation of canonical NF-kappaB signal transduction. Predicted to be located in endoplasmic reticulum membrane. Predicted to be active in several cellular components, including COPII-coated ER to Golgi transport vesicle; Golgi apparatus; and endoplasmic reticulum-Golgi intermediate compartment. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

TMED3 Gene

transmembrane emp24 protein transport domain containing 3

Predicted to be involved in Golgi organization; endoplasmic reticulum to Golgi vesicle-mediated transport; and intracellular protein transport. Located in Golgi apparatus; endoplasmic reticulum; and endoplasmic reticulum-Golgi intermediate compartment. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

TMED1 Gene

transmembrane emp24 protein transport domain containing 1

This gene belongs to the TMED (transmembrane emp24 domain-containing) protein family, which is involved in the vesicular trafficking of proteins. The protein encoded by this gene was identified by its interaction with interleukin 1 receptor-like 1 (IL1RL1) and may play a role in innate immunity. This protein lacks any similarity to other interleukin 1 ligands. Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants of this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2013]

TMED9 Gene

transmembrane emp24 protein transport domain containing 9

This gene is a member of a family of genes encoding transport proteins located in the endoplasmic reticulum and the Golgi. A similar gene in mouse is the target of microRNA miR-296, which is part of an imprinted cluster. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2016]

TMED8 Gene

transmembrane emp24 protein transport domain containing 8

CHR Gene

chromate resistance; sulfate transport

LOC100913082 Gene

intraflagellar transport 20 homolog (Chlamydomonas) pseudogene

LOC102724738 Gene

tricarboxylate transport protein, mitochondrial pseudogene

LOC100129646 Gene

intraflagellar transport 57 homolog (Chlamydomonas) pseudogene

GOLT1B Gene

golgi transport 1B

Involved in positive regulation of canonical NF-kappaB signal transduction. Located in endoplasmic reticulum. Part of protein-containing complex. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

GOLT1A Gene

golgi transport 1A

Predicted to be involved in endoplasmic reticulum to Golgi vesicle-mediated transport. Located in Golgi apparatus subcompartment; endoplasmic reticulum; and nuclear envelope. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

CHAC2 Gene

ChaC, cation transport regulator homolog 2 (E. coli)

The protein encoded by this gene is a gamma-glutamyl cyclotransferase that catalyzes the conversion of glutathione to 5-oxoproline and cysteinylglycine. It is thought that this gene is upregulated in response to endoplasmic reticulum stress and that the glutathione depletion enhances apoptosis. [provided by RefSeq, Sep 2016]

USO1 Gene

USO1 vesicle transport factor

The protein encoded by this gene is a peripheral membrane protein which recycles between the cytosol and the Golgi apparatus during interphase. It is regulated by phosphorylation: dephosphorylated protein associates with the Golgi membrane and dissociates from the membrane upon phosphorylation. Ras-associated protein 1 recruits this protein to coat protein complex II (COPII) vesicles during budding from the endoplasmic reticulum, where it interacts with a set of COPII vesicle-associated SNAREs to form a cis-SNARE complex that promotes targeting to the Golgi apparatus. Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants. [provided by RefSeq, Feb 2014]

LOC100422032 Gene

intraflagellar transport 80 homolog (Chlamydomonas) pseudogene

IFT52 Gene

intraflagellar transport 52

This gene encodes a conserved proline-rich protein that is a component of the intraflagellar transport-B (IFT-B) core complex. The encoded protein is essential for the integrity of the IFT-B core complex, and for biosynthesis and maintenance of cilia. Mutations in this gene are associated with ciliopathy that affects the skeleton. [provided by RefSeq, Oct 2016]

IFT57 Gene

intraflagellar transport 57

Predicted to enable DNA binding activity. Acts upstream of or within apoptotic process; positive regulation of cysteine-type endopeptidase activity; and regulation of apoptotic process. Located in ciliary base and photoreceptor connecting cilium. Part of intraciliary transport particle B. Implicated in orofaciodigital syndrome XVIII. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

FXYD6 Gene

FXYD domain containing ion transport regulator 6

This gene encodes a member of the FXYD family of transmembrane proteins. This particular protein encodes phosphohippolin, which likely affects the activity of Na,K-ATPase. Multiple alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding the same protein have been described. Related pseudogenes have been identified on chromosomes 10 and X. Read-through transcripts have been observed between this locus and the downstream sodium/potassium-transporting ATPase subunit gamma (FXYD2, GeneID 486) locus.[provided by RefSeq, Feb 2011]

FXYD7 Gene

FXYD domain containing ion transport regulator 7

This reference sequence was derived from multiple replicate ESTs and validated by similar human genomic sequence. This gene encodes a member of a family of small membrane proteins that share a 35-amino acid signature sequence domain, beginning with the sequence PFXYD and containing 7 invariant and 6 highly conserved amino acids. The approved human gene nomenclature for the family is FXYD-domain containing ion transport regulator. Transmembrane topology has been established for two family members (FXYD1 and FXYD2), with the N-terminus extracellular and the C-terminus on the cytoplasmic side of the membrane. FXYD2, also known as the gamma subunit of the Na,K-ATPase, regulates the properties of that enzyme. FXYD1 (phospholemman), FXYD2 (gamma), FXYD3 (MAT-8), FXYD4 (CHIF), and FXYD5 (RIC) have been shown to induce channel activity in experimental expression systems. This gene product, FXYD7, is novel and has not been characterized as a protein. [RefSeq curation by Kathleen J. Sweadner, Ph.D., sweadner@helix.mgh.harvard.edu., Dec 2000]

FXYD4 Gene

FXYD domain containing ion transport regulator 4

This gene encodes a member of a family of small membrane proteins that share a 35-amino acid signature sequence domain, beginning with the sequence PFXYD and containing 7 invariant and 6 highly conserved amino acids. The approved human gene nomenclature for the family is FXYD-domain containing ion transport regulator. FXYD4, originally named CHIF for channel-inducing factor, has been shown to modulate the properties of the Na,K-ATPase, as has FXYD2, also known as the gamma subunit of the Na,K-ATPase, and FXYD7. Transmembrane topology has been established for FXYD4 and two family members (FXYD1 and FXYD2), with the N-terminus extracellular and the C-terminus on the cytoplasmic side of the membrane. Alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding the same protein have been found.[provided by RefSeq, May 2010]

FXYD5 Gene

FXYD domain containing ion transport regulator 5

This gene encodes a member of a family of small membrane proteins that share a 35-amino acid signature sequence domain, beginning with the sequence PFXYD and containing 7 invariant and 6 highly conserved amino acids. The approved human gene nomenclature for the family is FXYD-domain containing ion transport regulator. Mouse FXYD5 has been termed RIC (Related to Ion Channel). FXYD2, also known as the gamma subunit of the Na,K-ATPase, regulates the properties of that enzyme. FXYD1 (phospholemman), FXYD2 (gamma), FXYD3 (MAT-8), FXYD4 (CHIF), and FXYD5 (RIC) have been shown to induce channel activity in experimental expression systems. Transmembrane topology has been established for two family members (FXYD1 and FXYD2), with the N-terminus extracellular and the C-terminus on the cytoplasmic side of the membrane. This gene product, FXYD5, is a glycoprotein that functions in the up-regulation of chemokine production, and it is involved in the reduction of cell adhesion via its ability to down-regulate E-cadherin. It also promotes metastasis, and has been linked to a variety of cancers. Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants. [RefSeq curation by Kathleen J. Sweadner, Ph.D., sweadner@helix.mgh.harvard.edu., Sep 2009]

FXYD2 Gene

FXYD domain containing ion transport regulator 2

This gene encodes a member of the FXYD family of transmembrane proteins. This particular protein encodes the sodium/potassium-transporting ATPase subunit gamma. Mutations in this gene have been associated with Renal Hypomagnesemia-2. Alternatively spliced transcript variants have been described. Read-through transcripts have been observed between this locus and the upstream FXYD domain-containing ion transport regulator 6 (FXYD6, GeneID 53826) locus.[provided by RefSeq, Feb 2011]

FXYD3 Gene

FXYD domain containing ion transport regulator 3

This gene belongs to a small family of FXYD-domain containing regulators of Na+/K+ ATPases which share a 35-amino acid signature sequence domain, beginning with the sequence PFXYD, and containing 7 invariant and 6 highly conserved amino acids. This gene encodes a cell membrane protein that may regulate the function of ion-pumps and ion-channels. This gene may also play a role in tumor progression. Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants encoding distinct isoforms.[provided by RefSeq, Oct 2008]

FXYD1 Gene

FXYD domain containing ion transport regulator 1

This gene encodes a member of a family of small membrane proteins that share a 35-amino acid signature sequence domain, beginning with the sequence PFXYD and containing 7 invariant and 6 highly conserved amino acids. The approved human gene nomenclature for the family is FXYD-domain containing ion transport regulator. Mouse FXYD5 has been termed RIC (Related to Ion Channel). FXYD2, also known as the gamma subunit of the Na,K-ATPase, regulates the properties of that enzyme. FXYD1 (phospholemman), FXYD2 (gamma), FXYD3 (MAT-8), FXYD4 (CHIF), and FXYD5 (RIC) have been shown to induce channel activity in experimental expression systems. Transmembrane topology has been established for two family members (FXYD1 and FXYD2), with the N-terminus extracellular and the C-terminus on the cytoplasmic side of the membrane. The protein encoded by this gene is a plasma membrane substrate for several kinases, including protein kinase A, protein kinase C, NIMA kinase, and myotonic dystrophy kinase. It is thought to form an ion channel or regulate ion channel activity. Transcript variants with different 5' UTR sequences have been described in the literature. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

ANKH Gene

ANKH inorganic pyrophosphate transport regulator

This gene encodes a multipass transmembrane protein that is expressed in joints and other tissues and controls pyrophosphate levels in cultured cells. Progressive ankylosis-mediated control of pyrophosphate levels has been suggested as a possible mechanism regulating tissue calcification and susceptibility to arthritis in higher animals. Mutations in this gene have been associated with autosomal dominant craniometaphyseal dysplasia. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

IFT122 Gene

intraflagellar transport 122

This gene encodes a member of the WD repeat protein family. WD repeats are minimally conserved regions of approximately 40 amino acids typically bracketed by gly-his and trp-asp (GH-WD), which may facilitate formation of heterotrimeric or multiprotein complexes. Members of this family are involved in a variety of cellular processes, including cell cycle progression, signal transduction, apoptosis, and gene regulation. This cytoplasmic protein contains seven WD repeats and an AF-2 domain which function by recruiting coregulatory molecules and in transcriptional activation. Mutations in this gene cause cranioectodermal dysplasia-1. A related pseudogene is located on chromosome 3. Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants encoding different isoforms. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2013]

IFT80 Gene

intraflagellar transport 80

The protein encoded by this gene is part of the intraflagellar transport complex B and is necessary for the function of motile and sensory cilia. Defects in this gene are a cause of asphyxiating thoracic dystrophy 2 (ATD2). Three transcript variants encoding two different isoforms have been found for this gene.[provided by RefSeq, Jun 2010]

NXT2 Gene

nuclear transport factor 2-like export factor 2

The protein encoded by this gene contains a nuclear transport factor 2 (NTF2) domain, which plays an important role in the trafficking of macromolecules, ions, and small molecules between the cytoplasm and nucleus. This protein may also have a role in mRNA nuclear export. Alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been noted for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Jun 2011]

NXT1 Gene

nuclear transport factor 2-like export factor 1

The protein encoded by this gene is located in the nuclear envelope. It has protein similarity to nuclear transport factor 2. This protein functions as a nuclear export factor in both RAN (Ras-related nuclear protein)- and CRM1 (required for chromosome region maintenance)-dependent pathways. It is found to stimulate the export of U1 snRNA in RAN- and CRM1-dependent pathways and the export of tRNA and mRNA in a CRM1-independent pathway. The encoded protein heterodimerizes with Tap protein and may regulate the ability of Tap protein to mediate nuclear mRNA export. The use of alternate polyadenylation sites has been found for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

MITD1 Gene

MIT, microtubule interacting and transport, domain containing 1

Abscission, the separation of daughter cells at the end of cytokinesis, is effected by endosomal sorting complexes required for transport III (ESCRT-III). The protein encoded by this gene functions as a homodimer, with the N-termini binding to a subset of ESCRT-III subunits and the C-termini binding to membranes. The encoded protein regulates ESCRT-III activity and is required for proper cytokinesis. Several transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been found for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Feb 2016]

IFT172 Gene

intraflagellar transport 172

This gene encodes a subunit of the intraflagellar transport subcomplex IFT-B. Subcomplexes IFT-A and IFT-B are necessary for ciliary assembly and maintenance. Mutations in this gene have been associated with skeletal ciliopathies, with or without polydactyly, such as such short-rib thoracic dysplasias 1, 9 or 10. [provided by RefSeq, Mar 2014]

LOC100422053 Gene

intraflagellar transport 57 homolog (Chlamydomonas) pseudogene

VTI1BP4 Gene

vesicle transport through interaction with t-SNAREs 1B pseudogene 4

VTI1BP3 Gene

vesicle transport through interaction with t-SNAREs 1B pseudogene 3

IFT74 Gene

intraflagellar transport 74

This gene encodes a core intraflagellar transport (IFT) protein which belongs to a multi-protein complex involved in the transport of ciliary proteins along axonemal microtubules. IFT proteins are found at the base of the cilium as well as inside the cilium, where they assemble into long arrays between the ciliary base and tip. This protein, together with intraflagellar transport protein 81, binds and transports tubulin within cilia and is required for ciliogenesis. Naturally occurring mutations in this gene are associated with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis--frontotemporal dementia and Bardet-Biedl Syndrome. [provided by RefSeq, Mar 2017]

TANGO6 Gene

transport and golgi organization 6 homolog (Drosophila)

Predicted to be involved in protein secretion. Predicted to be located in membrane. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

TANGO2 Gene

transport and golgi organization 2 homolog (Drosophila)

This gene belongs to the transport and Golgi organization family, whose members are predicted to play roles in secretory protein loading in the endoplasmic reticulum. Depletion of this gene in Drosophila S2 cells causes fusion of the Golgi with the ER. In mouse tissue culture cells, this protein co-localizes with a mitochondrially targeted mCherry protein and displays very low levels of co-localization with Golgi and peroxisomes. Allelic variants of this gene are associated with rhabdomyolysis, metabolic crises with encephalopathy, and cardiac arrhythmia. [provided by RefSeq, Apr 2016]

HTL Gene

high L-leucine transport

IFT140 Gene

intraflagellar transport 140

This gene encodes one of the subunits of the intraflagellar transport (IFT) complex A. Intraflagellar transport is involved in the genesis, resorption and signaling of primary cilia. The primary cilium is a microtubule-based sensory organelle at the surface of most quiescent mammalian cells, that receives signals from its environment, such as the flow of fluid, light or odors, and transduces those signals to the nucleus. Loss of the corresponding protein in mouse results in renal cystic disease. [provided by RefSeq, Jun 2012]

LOC653712 Gene

intraflagellar transport 122 homolog (Chlamydomonas) pseudogene

IFT27 Gene

intraflagellar transport 27

This gene encodes a GTP-binding protein that is a core component of the intraflagellar transport complex B. Characterization of the similar Chlamydomonas protein indicates a function in cell cycle control. Alternative splicing of this gene results in multiple transcript variants. [provided by RefSeq, Jan 2012]

IFT20 Gene

intraflagellar transport 20

This gene encodes a intraflagellar transport protein important for intracellular transport. The encoded protein forms part of a complex involved in trafficking of proteins from the Golgi body, including recycling of immune signalling components (Finetti et al., PubMed: 19855387). This gene is part of a complex set of sense-antisense loci that may be co-regulated. Alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding multiple isoforms have been observed for this gene. A pseudogene of this gene is located on the long arm of chromosome 14.[provided by RefSeq, Jun 2012]

IFT22 Gene

intraflagellar transport 22

Predicted to enable GTPase activity. Predicted to be involved in intracellular protein transport. Part of intraciliary transport particle B. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

VAT1 Gene

vesicle amine transport 1

Synaptic vesicles are responsible for regulating the storage and release of neurotransmitters in the nerve terminal. The protein encoded by this gene is an abundant integral membrane protein of cholinergic synaptic vesicles and is thought to be involved in vesicular transport. It belongs to the quinone oxidoreductase subfamily of zinc-containing alcohol dehydrogenase proteins. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

FXYD6P2 Gene

FXYD domain containing ion transport regulator 6 pseudogene 2

FXYD6P3 Gene

FXYD domain containing ion transport regulator 6 pseudogene 3

Predicted to enable sodium channel regulator activity. Predicted to be involved in positive regulation of sodium ion export across plasma membrane. Predicted to be located in membrane. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

FXYD6P1 Gene

FXYD domain containing ion transport regulator 6 pseudogene 1

NUTF2 Gene

nuclear transport factor 2

This gene encodes a cytosolic factor that facilitates protein transport into the nucleus. The encoded protein is required for nuclear import of the small Ras-like GTPase, Ran which is involved in numerous cellular processes. This protein also interacts with the nuclear pore complex glycoprotein p62. [provided by RefSeq, Apr 2016]

VAT1L Gene

vesicle amine transport 1-like

Predicted to enable oxidoreductase activity and zinc ion binding activity. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

RGP1 Gene

RGP1 retrograde golgi transport homolog (S. cerevisiae)

Enables guanyl-nucleotide exchange factor activity and small GTPase binding activity. Involved in negative regulation of protein catabolic process; positive regulation of GTPase activity; and retrograde transport, endosome to Golgi. Located in cytosol and plasma membrane. Part of Ric1-Rgp1 guanyl-nucleotide exchange factor complex. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

CNNM1 Gene

cyclin and CBS domain divalent metal cation transport mediator 1

This gene encodes a member of the ancient conserved domain protein family. The encoded protein may bind copper. Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants. [provided by RefSeq, Sep 2016]

CNNM3 Gene

cyclin and CBS domain divalent metal cation transport mediator 3

Predicted to enable transmembrane transporter activity. Predicted to be involved in magnesium ion homeostasis. Located in membrane. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

CNNM2 Gene

cyclin and CBS domain divalent metal cation transport mediator 2

This gene encodes a member of the ancient conserved domain containing protein family. Members of this protein family contain a cyclin box motif and have structural similarity to the cyclins. The encoded protein may play an important role in magnesium homeostasis by mediating the epithelial transport and renal reabsorption of Mg2+. Mutations in this gene are associated with renal hypomagnesemia. Alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding multiple isoforms have been observed for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Dec 2011]

CNNM4 Gene

cyclin and CBS domain divalent metal cation transport mediator 4

This gene encodes a member of the ancient conserved domain containing protein family. Members of this protein family contain a cyclin box motif and have structural similarity to the cyclins. The encoded protein may play a role in metal ion transport. Mutations in this gene are associated with Jalili syndrome which consists of cone-rod dystrophy and amelogenesis imperfecta. [provided by RefSeq, Feb 2010]

TMED11P Gene

transmembrane emp24 protein transport domain containing 11, pseudogene

RTRAF Gene

RNA transcription, translation and transport factor

Enables RNA binding activity; RNA polymerase II complex binding activity; and identical protein binding activity. Involved in negative regulation of protein kinase activity; positive regulation of transcription by RNA polymerase II; and tRNA splicing, via endonucleolytic cleavage and ligation. Located in microtubule cytoskeleton; nucleoplasm; and perinuclear region of cytoplasm. Part of tRNA-splicing ligase complex. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

CLTRN Gene

collectrin, amino acid transport regulator

This gene encodes a type 1 transmembrane protein that is important for trafficking amino acid transporters to the apical brush border of proximal tubules. The encoded protein binds to amino acid transporters and regulates their expression on the plasma membrane. It also plays a role in controlling insulin exocytosis by regulating formation of the SNARE (soluble N-ethylmaleimide-sensitive-factor attachment protein receptor) complex in pancreatic beta cells. The extracellular domain of the encoded protein may be cleaved and shed from the plasma membrane specifically in pancreatic beta cells. [provided by RefSeq, Jun 2013]

IFTAP Gene

intraflagellar transport associated protein

This gene encodes a protein that was identified as a cellular interacting partner of non-structural protein 10 of the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus (SARS-CoV). The encoded protein may function as a negative regulator of transcription. There is a pseudogene for this gene on chromosome 1. Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants. [provided by RefSeq, Mar 2013]

IFT70A Gene

intraflagellar transport 70A

Predicted to enable intraciliary transport particle B binding activity. Predicted to be involved in intraciliary transport. Predicted to be located in centrosome. Predicted to be part of intraciliary transport particle B. Predicted to be active in axonemal microtubule. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

IFT70B Gene

intraflagellar transport 70B

Predicted to enable intraciliary transport particle B binding activity. Predicted to be involved in intraciliary transport. Part of intraciliary transport particle B. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

STRIT1 Gene

small transmembrane regulator of ion transport 1

Predicted to enable enzyme activator activity. Predicted to be involved in regulation of calcium ion transport and regulation of striated muscle contraction. Predicted to act upstream of or within positive regulation of ATPase-coupled calcium transmembrane transporter activity and positive regulation of calcium ion import. Predicted to be located in sarcoplasmic reticulum membrane. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

IFT54 Gene

intraflagellar transport 54

The protein encoded by this gene interacts with TNF receptor-associated factor 3, tethering it to cytoskeletal microtubules. The encoded protein is also an inhibitor of the innate type I IFN response. Defects in this gene are a cause of Senior-Loken syndrome 9. [provided by RefSeq, Mar 2017]

IFT38 Gene

intraflagellar transport 38

The protein encoded by this gene contains a single coiled-coil region. Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants and protein isoforms. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2012]

ART4 Gene

ADP-ribosyltransferase 4 (Dombrock blood group)

This gene encodes a protein that contains a mono-ADP-ribosylation (ART) motif. It is a member of the ADP-ribosyltransferase gene family but enzymatic activity has not been demonstrated experimentally. Antigens of the Dombrock blood group system are located on the gene product, which is glycosylphosphatidylinosotol-anchored to the erythrocyte membrane. Allelic variants, some of which lead to adverse transfusion reactions, are known. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

GCNT2 Gene

glucosaminyl (N-acetyl) transferase 2, I-branching enzyme (I blood group)

This gene encodes the enzyme responsible for formation of the blood group I antigen. The i and I antigens are distinguished by linear and branched poly-N-acetyllactosaminoglycans, respectively. The encoded protein is the I-branching enzyme, a beta-1,6-N-acetylglucosaminyltransferase responsible for the conversion of fetal i antigen to adult I antigen in erythrocytes during embryonic development. Mutations in this gene have been associated with adult i blood group phenotype. Alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been described. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

LOC100422225 Gene

ATP-binding cassette, sub-family G (WHITE), member 2 (Junior blood group) pseudogene

BP49 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 49

C4B Gene

complement component 4B (Chido blood group)

This gene encodes the basic form of complement factor 4, and together with the C4A gene, is part of the classical activation pathway. The protein is expressed as a single chain precursor which is proteolytically cleaved into a trimer of alpha, beta, and gamma chains prior to secretion. The trimer provides a surface for interaction between the antigen-antibody complex and other complement components. The alpha chain may be cleaved to release C4 anaphylatoxin, a mediator of local inflammation. Deficiency of this protein is associated with systemic lupus erythematosus. This gene localizes to the major histocompatibility complex (MHC) class III region on chromosome 6. Varying haplotypes of this gene cluster exist, such that individuals may have 1, 2, or 3 copies of this gene. In addition, this gene exists as a long form and a short form due to the presence or absence of a 6.4 kb endogenous HERV-K retrovirus in intron 9. [provided by RefSeq, May 2020]

BP24 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 24

BP25 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 25

BP26 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 26

BP27 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 27

BP20 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 20

BP21 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 21

BP22 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 22

BP23 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 23

BP28 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 28

BP29 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 29

SF Gene

Stoltzfus blood group

SLC4A1 Gene

solute carrier family 4 (anion exchanger), member 1 (Diego blood group)

The protein encoded by this gene is part of the anion exchanger (AE) family and is expressed in the erythrocyte plasma membrane, where it functions as a chloride/bicarbonate exchanger involved in carbon dioxide transport from tissues to lungs. The protein comprises two domains that are structurally and functionally distinct. The N-terminal 40kDa domain is located in the cytoplasm and acts as an attachment site for the red cell skeleton by binding ankyrin. The glycosylated C-terminal membrane-associated domain contains 12-14 membrane spanning segments and carries out the stilbene disulphonate-sensitive exchange transport of anions. The cytoplasmic tail at the extreme C-terminus of the membrane domain binds carbonic anhydrase II. The encoded protein associates with the red cell membrane protein glycophorin A and this association promotes the correct folding and translocation of the exchanger. This protein is predominantly dimeric but forms tetramers in the presence of ankyrin. Many mutations in this gene are known in man, and these mutations can lead to two types of disease: destabilization of red cell membrane leading to hereditary spherocytosis, and defective kidney acid secretion leading to distal renal tubular acidosis. Other mutations that do not give rise to disease result in novel blood group antigens, which form the Diego blood group system. Southeast Asian ovalocytosis (SAO, Melanesian ovalocytosis) results from the heterozygous presence of a deletion in the encoded protein and is common in areas where Plasmodium falciparum malaria is endemic. One null mutation in this gene is known, resulting in very severe anemia and nephrocalcinosis. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

ABCB6 Gene

ATP-binding cassette, sub-family B (MDR/TAP), member 6 (Langereis blood group)

This gene encodes a member of the ATP-binding cassette (ABC) transporter superfamily. ABC proteins transport various molecules across extra- and intra-cellular membranes. This protein is a member of the heavy metal importer subfamily and plays a role in porphyrin transport. This gene is the molecular basis of the Langereis (Lan) blood group antigen and mutations in this gene underlie familial pseudohyperkalemia and dyschromatosis universalis hereditaria. [provided by RefSeq, Mar 2017]

XK Gene

X-linked Kx blood group

This locus controls the synthesis of the Kell blood group 'precursor substance' (Kx). Mutations in this gene have been associated with McLeod syndrome, an X-linked, recessive disorder characterized by abnormalities in the neuromuscular and hematopoietic systems. The encoded protein has structural characteristics of prokaryotic and eukaryotic membrane transport proteins. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

XG Gene

Xg blood group

This gene encodes the XG blood group antigen, and is located at the pseudoautosomal boundary on the short (p) arm of chromosome X. The three 5' exons reside in the pseudoautosomal region and the remaining exons within the X-specific end. A truncated copy of this gene is found on the Y chromosome at the pseudoautosomal boundary. It is transcribed, but not expected to make a Y-chromosome specific gene product. Alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been found for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Nov 2008]

CD55 Gene

CD55 molecule, decay accelerating factor for complement (Cromer blood group)

This gene encodes a glycoprotein involved in the regulation of the complement cascade. Binding of the encoded protein to complement proteins accelerates their decay, thereby disrupting the cascade and preventing damage to host cells. Antigens present on this protein constitute the Cromer blood group system (CROM). Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants. The predominant transcript variant encodes a membrane-bound protein, but alternatively spliced transcripts may produce soluble proteins. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2014]

LOC100422194 Gene

ATP-binding cassette, sub-family G (WHITE), member 2 (Junior blood group) pseudogene

ERMAP Gene

erythroblast membrane-associated protein (Scianna blood group)

The protein encoded by this gene is a cell surface transmembrane protein that may act as an erythroid cell receptor, possibly as a mediator of cell adhesion. Polymorphisms in this gene are responsible for the Scianna/Radin blood group system. Two transcript variants encoding the same protein have been found for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

BP1 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 1

BP3 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 3

BP2 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 2

BP5 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 5

BP4 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 4

BP7 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 7

BP6 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 6

BP9 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 9

BP8 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 8

AQP3 Gene

aquaporin 3 (Gill blood group)

This gene encodes the water channel protein aquaporin 3. Aquaporins are a family of small integral membrane proteins related to the major intrinsic protein, also known as aquaporin 0. Aquaporin 3 is localized at the basal lateral membranes of collecting duct cells in the kidney. In addition to its water channel function, aquaporin 3 has been found to facilitate the transport of nonionic small solutes such as urea and glycerol, but to a smaller degree. It has been suggested that water channels can be functionally heterogeneous and possess water and solute permeation mechanisms. Alternative splicing of this gene results in multiple transcript variants encoding different isoforms. [provided by RefSeq, Dec 2015]

LOC401913 Gene

ABO blood group (transferase A, alpha 1-3-N-acetylgalactosaminyltransferase; transferase B, alpha 1-3-galactosyltransferase) pseudogene

SLC14A1 Gene

solute carrier family 14 (urea transporter), member 1 (Kidd blood group)

The protein encoded by this gene is a membrane transporter that mediates urea transport in erythrocytes. This gene forms the basis for the Kidd blood group system. [provided by RefSeq, Mar 2009]

ABCG2 Gene

ATP-binding cassette, sub-family G (WHITE), member 2 (Junior blood group)

The membrane-associated protein encoded by this gene is included in the superfamily of ATP-binding cassette (ABC) transporters. ABC proteins transport various molecules across extra- and intra-cellular membranes. ABC genes are divided into seven distinct subfamilies (ABC1, MDR/TAP, MRP, ALD, OABP, GCN20, White). This protein is a member of the White subfamily. Alternatively referred to as a breast cancer resistance protein, this protein functions as a xenobiotic transporter which may play a major role in multi-drug resistance. It likely serves as a cellular defense mechanism in response to mitoxantrone and anthracycline exposure. Significant expression of this protein has been observed in the placenta, which may suggest a potential role for this molecule in placenta tissue. Multiple transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been found for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Apr 2012]

KEL Gene

Kell blood group, metallo-endopeptidase

This gene encodes a type II transmembrane glycoprotein that is the highly polymorphic Kell blood group antigen. The Kell glycoprotein links via a single disulfide bond to the XK membrane protein that carries the Kx antigen. The encoded protein contains sequence and structural similarity to members of the neprilysin (M13) family of zinc endopeptidases. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

LOC100499223 Gene

beta-1,3-N-acetylgalactosaminyltransferase 1 (globoside blood group) pseudogene

ACKR1 Gene

atypical chemokine receptor 1 (Duffy blood group)

The protein encoded by this gene is a glycosylated membrane protein and a non-specific receptor for several chemokines. The encoded protein is the receptor for the human malarial parasites Plasmodium vivax and Plasmodium knowlesi. Polymorphisms in this gene are the basis of the Duffy blood group system. Two transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been found for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

SEMA7A Gene

semaphorin 7A, GPI membrane anchor (John Milton Hagen blood group)

This gene encodes a member of the semaphorin family of proteins. The encoded preproprotein is proteolytically processed to generate the mature glycosylphosphatidylinositol (GPI)-anchored membrane glycoprotein. The encoded protein is found on activated lymphocytes and erythrocytes and may be involved in immunomodulatory and neuronal processes. The encoded protein carries the John Milton Hagen (JMH) blood group antigens. Mutations in this gene may be associated with reduced bone mineral density (BMD). Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants, at least one of which encodes an isoform that is proteolytically processed. [provided by RefSeq, Feb 2016]

XKRYP6 Gene

XK, Kell blood group complex subunit-related, Y-linked pseudogene 6

XKRYP4 Gene

XK, Kell blood group complex subunit-related, Y-linked pseudogene 4

XKRYP5 Gene

XK, Kell blood group complex subunit-related, Y-linked pseudogene 5

XKRYP2 Gene

XK, Kell blood group complex subunit-related, Y-linked pseudogene 2

XKRYP3 Gene

XK, Kell blood group complex subunit-related, Y-linked pseudogene 3

XKRYP1 Gene

XK, Kell blood group complex subunit-related, Y-linked pseudogene 1

FUT3 Gene

fucosyltransferase 3 (galactoside 3(4)-L-fucosyltransferase, Lewis blood group)

The Lewis histo-blood group system comprises a set of fucosylated glycosphingolipids that are synthesized by exocrine epithelial cells and circulate in body fluids. The glycosphingolipids function in embryogenesis, tissue differentiation, tumor metastasis, inflammation, and bacterial adhesion. They are secondarily absorbed to red blood cells giving rise to their Lewis phenotype. This gene is a member of the fucosyltransferase family, which catalyzes the addition of fucose to precursor polysaccharides in the last step of Lewis antigen biosynthesis. It encodes an enzyme with alpha(1,3)-fucosyltransferase and alpha(1,4)-fucosyltransferase activities. Mutations in this gene are responsible for the majority of Lewis antigen-negative phenotypes. Differences in the expression of this gene are associated with host susceptibility to viral infection. [provided by RefSeq, Aug 2020]

FUT1 Gene

fucosyltransferase 1 (galactoside 2-alpha-L-fucosyltransferase, H blood group)

This gene encodes a Golgi stack membrane protein that is involved in the creation of a precursor of the H antigen, which is required for the final step in the synthesis of soluble A and B antigens. This is one of two genes encoding the galactoside 2-L-fucosyltransferase enzyme. Mutations in this gene are a cause of the H-Bombay blood group. [provided by RefSeq, Aug 2016]

AQP1 Gene

aquaporin 1 (Colton blood group)

This gene encodes a small integral membrane protein with six bilayer spanning domains that functions as a water channel protein. This protein permits passive transport of water along an osmotic gradient. This gene is a possible candidate for disorders involving imbalance in ocular fluid movement. [provided by RefSeq, Aug 2016]

SMIM1 Gene

small integral membrane protein 1 (Vel blood group)

This gene encodes a small, conserved protein that participates in red blood cell formation. The encoded protein is localized to the cell membrane and is the antigen for the Vel blood group. Alternative splicing results in different transcript variants that encode the same protein. [provided by RefSeq, Dec 2013]

LOC100533842 Gene

ATP-binding cassette, sub-family G (WHITE), member 2 (Junior blood group) pseudogene

ICAM4 Gene

intercellular adhesion molecule 4 (Landsteiner-Wiener blood group)

This gene encodes the Landsteiner-Wiener (LW) blood group antigen(s) that belongs to the immunoglobulin (Ig) superfamily, and that shares similarity with the intercellular adhesion molecule (ICAM) protein family. This ICAM protein contains 2 Ig-like C2-type domains and binds to the leukocyte adhesion LFA-1 protein. The molecular basis of the LW(A)/LW(B) blood group antigens is a single aa variation at position 100; Gln-100=LW(A) and Arg-100=LW(B). Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants encoding distinct isoforms. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

BP51 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 51

BP50 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 50

BP53 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 53

BP52 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 52

BP55 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 55

BP54 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 54

PFBI Gene

Plasmodium falciparum blood infection levels

RHD Gene

Rh blood group, D antigen

The Rh blood group system is the second most clinically significant of the blood groups, second only to ABO. It is also the most polymorphic of the blood groups, with variations due to deletions, gene conversions, and missense mutations. The Rh blood group includes this gene, which encodes the RhD protein, and a second gene that encodes both the RhC and RhE antigens on a single polypeptide. The two genes, and a third unrelated gene, are found in a cluster on chromosome 1. The classification of Rh-positive and Rh-negative individuals is determined by the presence or absence of the highly immunogenic RhD protein on the surface of erythrocytes. Multiple transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been found for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

CR1 Gene

complement component (3b/4b) receptor 1 (Knops blood group)

This gene is a member of the receptors of complement activation (RCA) family and is located in the 'cluster RCA' region of chromosome 1. The genome is polymorphic at this locus with allele-specific splice variants encoding different isoforms, based on the presence/absence of long homologous repeats (LHRs). The gene encodes a monomeric single-pass type I membrane glycoprotein found on erythrocytes, leukocytes, glomerular podocytes, and splenic follicular dendritic cells. The Knops blood group system is a system of antigens located on this protein. The protein mediates cellular binding to particles and immune complexes that have activated complement. Decreases in expression of this protein and/or mutations in this gene have been associated with gallbladder carcinomas, mesangiocapillary glomerulonephritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, sarcoidosis and Alzheimer's disease. Mutations in this gene have also been associated with a reduction in Plasmodium falciparum rosetting, conferring protection against severe malaria. [provided by RefSeq, May 2020]

CD151 Gene

CD151 molecule (Raph blood group)

The protein encoded by this gene is a member of the transmembrane 4 superfamily, also known as the tetraspanin family. Most of these members are cell-surface proteins that are characterized by the presence of four hydrophobic domains. The proteins mediate signal transduction events that play a role in the regulation of cell development, activation, growth and motility. This encoded protein is a cell surface glycoprotein that is known to complex with integrins and other transmembrane 4 superfamily proteins. It is involved in cellular processes including cell adhesion and may regulate integrin trafficking and/or function. This protein enhances cell motility, invasion and metastasis of cancer cells. Multiple alternatively spliced transcript variants that encode the same protein have been described for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

B3GALNT1 Gene

beta-1,3-N-acetylgalactosaminyltransferase 1 (globoside blood group)

This gene is a member of the beta-1,3-galactosyltransferase (beta3GalT) gene family. This family encodes type II membrane-bound glycoproteins with diverse enzymatic functions using different donor substrates (UDP-galactose and UDP-N-acetylglucosamine) and different acceptor sugars (N-acetylglucosamine, galactose, N-acetylgalactosamine). The beta3GalT genes are distantly related to the Drosophila Brainiac gene and have the protein coding sequence contained in a single exon. The beta3GalT proteins also contain conserved sequences not found in the beta4GalT or alpha3GalT proteins. The carbohydrate chains synthesized by these enzymes are designated as type 1, whereas beta4GalT enzymes synthesize type 2 carbohydrate chains. The ratio of type 1:type 2 chains changes during embryogenesis. By sequence similarity, the beta3GalT genes fall into at least two groups: beta3GalT4 and 4 other beta3GalT genes (beta3GalT1-3, beta3GalT5). The encoded protein of this gene does not use N-acetylglucosamine as an acceptor sugar at all. [provided by RefSeq, Mar 2017]

BSG Gene

basigin (Ok blood group)

The protein encoded by this gene, basigin, is a plasma membrane protein that is important in spermatogenesis, embryo implantation, neural network formation, and tumor progression. Basigin is also a member of the immunoglobulin superfamily, ubiquitously expressed in various tissues. Multiple transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been found for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, May 2020]

SEC1P Gene

secretory blood group 1, pseudogene

Predicted to enable galactoside 2-alpha-L-fucosyltransferase activity. Predicted to be involved in oligosaccharide biosynthetic process. Predicted to act upstream of or within protein glycosylation. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

GYPA Gene

glycophorin A (MNS blood group)

Glycophorins A (GYPA) and B (GYPB) are major sialoglycoproteins of the human erythrocyte membrane which bear the antigenic determinants for the MN and Ss blood groups. In addition to the M or N and S or s antigens that commonly occur in all populations, about 40 related variant phenotypes have been identified. These variants include all the variants of the Miltenberger complex and several isoforms of Sta, as well as Dantu, Sat, He, Mg, and deletion variants Ena, S-s-U- and Mk. Most of the variants are the result of gene recombinations between GYPA and GYPB. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

GYPB Gene

glycophorin B (MNS blood group)

Glycophorins A (GYPA) and B (GYPB) are major sialoglycoproteins of the human erythrocyte membrane which bear the antigenic determinants for the MN and Ss blood groups. GYPB gene consists of 5 exons and has 97% sequence homology with GYPA from the 5' UTR to the coding sequence encoding the first 45 amino acids. In addition to the M or N and S or s antigens, that commonly occur in all populations, about 40 related variant phenotypes have been identified. These variants include all the variants of the Miltenberger complex and several isoforms of Sta; also, Dantu, Sat, He, Mg, and deletion variants Ena, S-s-U- and Mk. Most of the variants are the result of gene recombinations between GYPA and GYPB. Alternate splicing results in multiple transcript variants. [provided by RefSeq, Jan 2015]

GYPC Gene

glycophorin C (Gerbich blood group)

Glycophorin C (GYPC) is an integral membrane glycoprotein. It is a minor species carried by human erythrocytes, but plays an important role in regulating the mechanical stability of red cells. A number of glycophorin C mutations have been described. The Gerbich and Yus phenotypes are due to deletion of exon 3 and 2, respectively. The Webb and Duch antigens, also known as glycophorin D, result from single point mutations of the glycophorin C gene. The glycophorin C protein has very little homology with glycophorins A and B. Alternate splicing results in multiple transcript variants. [provided by RefSeq, Feb 2012]

GYPE Gene

glycophorin E (MNS blood group)

The protein encoded by this gene is a sialoglycoprotein and a type I membrane protein. It is a member of a gene family with GPA and GPB genes. This encoded protein might carry the M blood group antigen. GYPA, GYPB, and GYPE are organized in tandem on chromosome 4. This gene might have derived from an ancestral gene common to the GPB gene by gene duplication. Two alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding the same protein have been described for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

XKR9 Gene

XK, Kell blood group complex subunit-related family, member 9

Predicted to enable phospholipid scramblase activity. Predicted to be involved in apoptotic process involved in development; engulfment of apoptotic cell; and phosphatidylserine exposure on apoptotic cell surface. Predicted to be located in membrane. Predicted to be active in plasma membrane. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

XKR8 Gene

XK, Kell blood group complex subunit-related family, member 8

Enables phospholipid scramblase activity. Involved in engulfment of apoptotic cell; phosphatidylserine exposure on apoptotic cell surface; and positive regulation of myoblast differentiation. Located in plasma membrane. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

LOC100422434 Gene

complement component (3b/4b) receptor 1 (Knops blood group) pseudogene

C4B_2 Gene

complement component 4B (Chido blood group), copy 2

This gene encodes the basic form of complement factor 4, part of the classical activation pathway. The protein is expressed as a single chain precursor which is proteolytically cleaved into a trimer of alpha, beta, and gamma chains prior to secretion. The trimer provides a surface for interaction between the antigen-antibody complex and other complement components. The alpha chain may be cleaved to release C4 anaphylatoxin, a mediator of local inflammation. Deficiency of this protein is associated with systemic lupus erythematosus. This gene localizes to the major histocompatibility complex (MHC) class III region on chromosome 6. Varying haplotypes of this gene cluster exist, such that individuals may have 1, 2, or 3 copies of this gene. In addition, this gene exists as a long form and a short form due to the presence or absence of a 6.4 kb endogenous HERV-K retrovirus in intron 9. This GeneID and its associated RefSeq record represent a second copy of C4B found on ALT_REF_LOCI_7. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2011]

C4A Gene

complement component 4A (Rodgers blood group)

This gene encodes the acidic form of complement factor 4, part of the classical activation pathway. The protein is expressed as a single chain precursor which is proteolytically cleaved into a trimer of alpha, beta, and gamma chains prior to secretion. The trimer provides a surface for interaction between the antigen-antibody complex and other complement components. The alpha chain is cleaved to release C4 anaphylatoxin, an antimicrobial peptide and a mediator of local inflammation. Deficiency of this protein is associated with systemic lupus erythematosus and type I diabetes mellitus. This gene localizes to the major histocompatibility complex (MHC) class III region on chromosome 6. Varying haplotypes of this gene cluster exist, such that individuals may have 1, 2, or 3 copies of this gene. Two transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been found for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Nov 2014]

BP37 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 37

BP36 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 36

BP35 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 35

BP34 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 34

BP33 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 33

BP32 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 32

BP31 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 31

BP30 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 30

BP39 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 39

BP38 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 38

BVES Gene

blood vessel epicardial substance

This gene encodes a member of the POP family of proteins containing three putative transmembrane domains. This gene is expressed in cardiac and skeletal muscle and may play an important role in development of these tissues. The mouse ortholog may be involved in the regeneration of adult skeletal muscle and may act as a cell adhesion molecule in coronary vasculogenesis. Three transcript variants encoding the same protein have been found for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Dec 2010]

BP18 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 18

BP14 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 14

XKRY2 Gene

XK, Kell blood group complex subunit-related, Y-linked 2

This probable pseudogene is located in the nonrecombining portion of the Y chromosome, and is expressed specifically in testis. It is similar to the XK (X-linked Kell blood group precursor) gene, which encodes a putative membrane transport protein. This gene is present as two identical copies within a palindromic region; this record represents the more telomeric copy. [provided by RefSeq, Nov 2020]

ACHE Gene

acetylcholinesterase (Yt blood group)

Acetylcholinesterase hydrolyzes the neurotransmitter, acetylcholine at neuromuscular junctions and brain cholinergic synapses, and thus terminates signal transmission. It is also found on the red blood cell membranes, where it constitutes the Yt blood group antigen. Acetylcholinesterase exists in multiple molecular forms which possess similar catalytic properties, but differ in their oligomeric assembly and mode of cell attachment to the cell surface. It is encoded by the single ACHE gene, and the structural diversity in the gene products arises from alternative mRNA splicing, and post-translational associations of catalytic and structural subunits. The major form of acetylcholinesterase found in brain, muscle and other tissues is the hydrophilic species, which forms disulfide-linked oligomers with collagenous, or lipid-containing structural subunits. The other, alternatively spliced form, expressed primarily in the erythroid tissues, differs at the C-terminal end, and contains a cleavable hydrophobic peptide with a GPI-anchor site. It associates with the membranes through the phosphoinositide (PI) moieties added post-translationally. AChE activity may constitute a sensitive biomarker of RBC ageing in vivo, and thus, may be of aid in understanding the effects of transfusion[provided by RefSeq, Sep 2019]

CD44 Gene

CD44 molecule (Indian blood group)

The protein encoded by this gene is a cell-surface glycoprotein involved in cell-cell interactions, cell adhesion and migration. It is a receptor for hyaluronic acid (HA) and can also interact with other ligands, such as osteopontin, collagens, and matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs). This protein participates in a wide variety of cellular functions including lymphocyte activation, recirculation and homing, hematopoiesis, and tumor metastasis. Transcripts for this gene undergo complex alternative splicing that results in many functionally distinct isoforms, however, the full length nature of some of these variants has not been determined. Alternative splicing is the basis for the structural and functional diversity of this protein, and may be related to tumor metastasis. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

BP46 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 46

BP47 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 47

BP45 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 45

BP48 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 48

AN Gene

blood group Ahonen

ABO Gene

ABO blood group (transferase A, alpha 1-3-N-acetylgalactosaminyltransferase; transferase B, alpha 1-3-galactosyltransferase)

This gene encodes proteins related to the first discovered blood group system, ABO. Variation in the ABO gene (chromosome 9q34.2) is the basis of the ABO blood group, thus the presence of an allele determines the blood group in an individual. The 'O' blood group is caused by a deletion of guanine-258 near the N-terminus of the protein which results in a frameshift and translation of an almost entirely different protein. Individuals with the A, B, and AB alleles express glycosyltransferase activities that convert the H antigen into the A or B antigen. Other minor alleles have been found for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Apr 2022]

XKRY Gene

XK, Kell blood group complex subunit-related, Y-linked

This probable pseudogene is located in the nonrecombining portion of the Y chromosome, and is expressed specifically in testis. It is similar to the XK (X-linked Kell blood group precursor) gene, which encodes a putative membrane transport protein. This gene is present as two identical copies within a palindromic region; this record represents the more centromeric copy. [provided by RefSeq, Nov 2020]

XKRX Gene

XK, Kell blood group complex subunit-related, X-linked

This gene encodes a protein that is related to a component of the XK/Kell complex of the Kell blood group system. The encoded protein includes several transmembrane domains, is known to be exposed to the cell surface, and may function as a membrane transporter. [provided by RefSeq, May 2010]

XKR5 Gene

XK, Kell blood group complex subunit-related family, member 5

Predicted to be involved in apoptotic process involved in development; engulfment of apoptotic cell; and phosphatidylserine exposure on apoptotic cell surface. Predicted to be located in membrane. Predicted to be active in plasma membrane. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

XKR4 Gene

XK, Kell blood group complex subunit-related family, member 4

Enables phospholipid scramblase activity. Involved in phosphatidylserine exposure on apoptotic cell surface. Predicted to be located in membrane. Predicted to be active in plasma membrane. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

XKR7 Gene

XK, Kell blood group complex subunit-related family, member 7

Predicted to be involved in apoptotic process involved in development; engulfment of apoptotic cell; and phosphatidylserine exposure on apoptotic cell surface. Predicted to be located in membrane. Predicted to be active in plasma membrane. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

XKR6 Gene

XK, Kell blood group complex subunit-related family, member 6

Predicted to be involved in apoptotic process involved in development; engulfment of apoptotic cell; and phosphatidylserine exposure on apoptotic cell surface. Predicted to be located in membrane. Predicted to be active in plasma membrane. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Mar 2025]

XKR3 Gene

XK, Kell blood group complex subunit-related family, member 3

XKRX (MIM 300684) and XKR3 are homologs of the Kell blood group precursor XK (MIM 314850), which is a putative membrane transporter and a component of the XK/Kell complex of the Kell blood group system (Calenda et al., 2006 [PubMed 16431037]).[supplied by OMIM, Mar 2008]

LOC100422564 Gene

glucosaminyl (N-acetyl) transferase 2, I-branching enzyme (I blood group) pseudogene

BP19 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 19

BP15 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 15

BP17 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 17

BP16 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 16

BP11 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 11

BP10 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 10

BP13 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 13

BP12 Gene

Blood pressure QTL 12

BCAM Gene

basal cell adhesion molecule (Lutheran blood group)

This gene encodes Lutheran blood group glycoprotein, a member of the immunoglobulin superfamily and a receptor for the extracellular matrix protein, laminin. The protein contains five extracellular immunoglobulin domains, a single transmembrane domain, and a short C-terminal cytoplasmic tail. This protein may play a role in epithelial cell cancer and in vaso-occlusion of red blood cells in sickle cell disease. Polymorphisms in this gene define some of the antigens in the Lutheran system and also the Auberger system. Inactivating variants of this gene result in the recessive Lutheran null phenotype, Lu(a-b-), of the Lutheran blood group. Two transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been found for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, May 2012]

RHCE Gene

Rh blood group, CcEe antigens

The Rh blood group system is the second most clinically significant of the blood groups, second only to ABO. It is also the most polymorphic of the blood groups, with variations due to deletions, gene conversions, and missense mutations. The Rh blood group includes this gene which encodes both the RhC and RhE antigens on a single polypeptide and a second gene which encodes the RhD protein. The classification of Rh-positive and Rh-negative individuals is determined by the presence or absence of the highly immunogenic RhD protein on the surface of erythrocytes. A mutation in this gene results in amorph-type Rh-null disease. Alternative splicing of this gene results in multiple transcript variants encoding several different isoforms. [provided by RefSeq, Aug 2016]

LOC110384692 Gene

complement C4A (Rodgers blood group)-like