KIF5A

KIF5A is a gene that encodes the kinesin heavy chain isoform 5A protein in humans. This protein is a member of the kinesin family, which is involved in various types of intracellular transport. Mutations in the KIF5A gene have been associated with several neurological disorders, including hereditary spastic paraplegia, Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.

Function

The Kinesin family proteins are involved in the transport of organelles, vesicles, and macromolecules within cells. They move along microtubules, which are part of the cell's cytoskeleton. The KIF5A protein, in particular, is involved in the transport of mitochondria and synaptic vesicles in neurons.

Clinical significance

Mutations in the KIF5A gene have been associated with several neurological disorders. These include:

• Hereditary spastic paraplegia: This is a group of inherited disorders that are characterized by progressive weakness and stiffness of the legs.
• Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease: This is a group of disorders that affect the peripheral nerves.
• Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis: This is a type of motor neuron disease that causes the death of neurons controlling voluntary muscles.

See also

• Kinesin
• Microtubule
• Mitochondrion
• Synaptic vesicle
• Hereditary spastic paraplegia
• Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease
• Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis

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