ADAMTS23

ADAMTS23 is a gene that encodes a protein belonging to the ADAMTS (a disintegrin and metalloproteinase with thrombospondin motifs) family. Proteins in this family are characterized by a metalloproteinase domain, a disintegrin-like domain, and a variable number of thrombospondin type 1 (TSP1) repeats. The ADAMTS23 protein is believed to play a role in extracellular matrix formation and remodeling.

The precise biological functions of ADAMTS23 are still under investigation. However, based on its structural features and the known functions of other ADAMTS proteins, it is hypothesized to be involved in the processing of extracellular matrix components, potentially affecting processes such as tissue development, wound healing, and cell signaling. Research into ADAMTS23 is ongoing to elucidate its specific substrates and its contribution to various physiological and pathological conditions. Genetic variations or dysregulation of ADAMTS23 may have implications for human health, although specific disease associations are yet to be definitively established. Further studies are needed to fully understand its molecular mechanisms and therapeutic potential.