ETS1

ETS1 is a gene that encodes the ETS proto-oncogene 1, a transcription factor. This gene is part of the ETS family of transcription factors, which are characterized by the presence of a conserved ETS DNA-binding domain that recognizes the core consensus DNA sequence GGAA/T in target genes.

Function

The ETS1 gene product is a transcription factor that activates or represses the transcription of a variety of genes, including those involved in cell growth, cell differentiation, apoptosis, and the immune response. It is involved in the regulation of hematopoiesis and angiogenesis, and it plays a role in various diseases, including cancer and autoimmune diseases.

Structure

The ETS1 protein consists of several domains, including the ETS domain, which is responsible for DNA binding, and the Pointed (PNT) domain, which is involved in protein-protein interactions. The ETS domain is highly conserved among ETS family members, while the PNT domain is unique to ETS1 and a few other ETS proteins.

Clinical significance

Alterations in the ETS1 gene have been associated with various types of cancer, including breast cancer, lung cancer, and leukemia. Overexpression of ETS1 has been observed in many tumors, and it has been suggested that ETS1 may contribute to tumor progression by promoting cell proliferation, angiogenesis, and metastasis.

In addition to its role in cancer, ETS1 has been implicated in autoimmune diseases such as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Studies have shown that ETS1 is involved in the regulation of immune cell function, and alterations in ETS1 expression or function may contribute to the development of these diseases.

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Structure of the ETS1 protein. The ETS domain (red) is responsible for DNA binding, while the PNT domain (blue) is involved in protein-protein interactions.

See also

• ETS family
• Transcription factor
• Oncogene