FERM and PDZ domain containing 2

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FERM and PDZ domain containing 2 (also known as FRMPD2) is a protein that in humans is encoded by the FRMPD2 gene. This protein is a member of the FERM domain family, and also contains a PDZ domain.

Function[edit | edit source]

The FRMPD2 protein is a member of the FERM domain family, named for the four proteins in which it was originally identified: 4.1 protein, ezrin, radixin, and moesin. These proteins are involved in the linkage of the cytoskeleton to the plasma membrane, playing a crucial role in maintaining cell shape and integrity.

The PDZ domain in FRMPD2 is a common structural domain in signaling proteins. PDZ domains bind to the C-terminus of other proteins, playing a role in the assembly of protein complexes at the cell membrane.

Clinical significance[edit | edit source]

While the exact role of FRMPD2 in human health and disease is not fully understood, alterations in FERM and PDZ domain proteins have been implicated in a variety of diseases, including cancer, neurological disorders, and cardiovascular diseases.

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