The Function of FBN3
Fibrillin-3: Fibrillins are structural components of 10-12 nm extracellular calcium-binding microfibrils, which occur either in association with elastin or in elastin-free bundles. Fibrillin-containing microfibrils provide long-term force bearing structural support.
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Protein names
Recommended name:
Fibrillin-3 [Cleaved into: Fibrillin-3 C-terminal peptide]- RS7258249 (FBN3) ??
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Top Gene-Substance Interactions
Substances That Increase FBN3
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Substances That Decrease FBN3
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Conditions with Increased Gene Activity
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Conditions with Decreased Gene Activity
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Technical
The following transcription factors affect gene expression:
Tissue specificity:
Predominantly expressed in connective tissues such as skeletal muscle, tendon, skin, perichondrium and periosteum. Highly expressed in fetal lung, brain, kidney. Expressed at low level in prostate, testis, mammary gland, uterus, ovary, placenta, bladder, adrenal gland, thyroid, fetal thymus, fetal liver, liver, fetal heart and heart.