Zinc finger protein 275

Zinc finger protein 275 (ZNF275), also known as Zinc finger protein 20 (ZNF20), is a protein that in humans is encoded by the ZNF275 gene. This protein belongs to the zinc finger protein family, a group of proteins characterized by the presence of one or more zinc finger domains.

Structure

ZNF275 is a nuclear protein that contains three C2H2-type zinc fingers. Zinc fingers are small protein domains in which a zinc ion is held in place by cysteine and/or histidine residues. They are involved in a wide range of functions, including DNA binding, RNA binding, protein folding, and lipid binding.

Function

The exact function of ZNF275 is not fully understood. However, like other zinc finger proteins, it is believed to play a role in gene regulation. It may act as a transcription factor, binding to specific sequences of DNA and controlling the transcription of genetic information from DNA to mRNA.

Clinical Significance

Alterations in the ZNF275 gene or its protein product may be associated with certain diseases, although more research is needed to fully understand these potential connections.

See Also

• Zinc finger
• Zinc finger protein
• Gene regulation
• Transcription factor