SNTG1

SNTG1, also known as Syntaphilin, is a protein encoded by the SNTG1 gene in humans. It is a transmembrane protein that plays a role in cell adhesion and signaling. SNTG1 is found in various tissues, including the skin, muscle, and nervous system.

The SNTG1 protein is characterized by its extracellular domain, a transmembrane domain, and an intracellular domain. The extracellular portion is involved in binding to other cells or components of the extracellular matrix. The intracellular domain interacts with other proteins, facilitating the transmission of signals within the cell.

Mutations in the SNTG1 gene have been associated with certain medical conditions. For example, mutations have been linked to arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy type 6 (ARVC6), a heart muscle disease. Research is ongoing to fully understand the specific functions of SNTG1 and its implications in health and disease.