Zinc finger protein 180

Zinc finger protein 180 (ZNF180), also known as Zinc finger protein 180 or ZFP180, is a protein that in humans is encoded by the ZNF180 gene. This protein is a member of the zinc finger family of proteins, which are characterized by the presence of zinc finger domains. These domains are small protein motifs that can bind to DNA, RNA, or other proteins.

Structure

ZNF180 is a protein that contains several C2H2-type zinc fingers. The C2H2-type zinc finger is the most common type of zinc finger and is characterized by two cysteine residues and two histidine residues that coordinate a zinc ion. The zinc finger domains of ZNF180 are responsible for its ability to bind to DNA and potentially regulate gene expression.

Function

The exact function of ZNF180 is not fully understood. However, it is believed to play a role in gene regulation due to its ability to bind to DNA. Some studies suggest that ZNF180 may be involved in the regulation of cell growth and cell differentiation. Further research is needed to fully understand the role of ZNF180 in these processes.

Clinical significance

Alterations in the ZNF180 gene have been associated with several types of cancer, including gastric cancer and colorectal cancer. In particular, ZNF180 has been found to be downregulated in gastric cancer, suggesting that it may act as a tumor suppressor gene. Further studies are needed to confirm these findings and to explore the potential role of ZNF180 in cancer development and progression.

See also

• Zinc finger
• Zinc finger protein
• Gene expression
• Tumor suppressor