The Function of IMPG1
May interact with hyaluronan which may serve to form a basic macromolecular scaffold comprising the insoluble interphotoreceptor matrix.
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Protein names
Recommended name:
Interphotoreceptor matrix proteoglycan 1Short name:
IPM-150Alternative name(s):
Interphotoreceptor matrix proteoglycan of 150 kDaSialoprotein associated with cones and rods
- RS9447700 (IMPG1) ??
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Top Gene-Substance Interactions
Substances That Increase IMPG1
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Substances That Decrease IMPG1
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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:
Abundantly expressed in retina where it is specifically expressed by cone and rod photoreceptor cells. Localizes to cone and rod photoreceptor cells surrounding the interphotoreceptor matrix of the retina.