ZBTB17

From WikiMD's Food, Medicine & Wellness Encyclopedia

ZBTB17 (Zinc Finger and BTB Domain Containing 17), also known as MIZ-1 (Myc-interacting zinc finger protein 1), is a protein that in humans is encoded by the ZBTB17 gene. This protein is a member of the POZ domain family and acts as a transcription factor, playing a crucial role in cell cycle regulation and apoptosis.

Function[edit | edit source]

ZBTB17 protein is a transcriptional regulator that binds DNA sequence specific sites. It is known to interact with MYC (myelocytomatosis oncogene), a protein involved in cell cycle progression, apoptosis and cellular transformation. The interaction between ZBTB17 and MYC has been shown to repress the transcription of MYC target genes.

Clinical Significance[edit | edit source]

Alterations in the ZBTB17 gene have been associated with a variety of cancer types, including lymphoma, leukemia, and lung cancer. The protein's role in cell cycle regulation and apoptosis suggests that it may have potential as a therapeutic target in these diseases.

Structure[edit | edit source]

The ZBTB17 protein contains a POZ domain at the N-terminus and multiple zinc finger domains at the C-terminus. The POZ domain mediates protein-protein interactions, while the zinc finger domains are responsible for DNA binding.

See Also[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]



Wiki.png

Navigation: Wellness - Encyclopedia - Health topics - Disease Index‏‎ - Drugs - World Directory - Gray's Anatomy - Keto diet - Recipes

Search WikiMD


Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro) available.
Advertise on WikiMD

WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. See full disclaimer.

Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.


Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD