S100 calcium binding protein A6(S100A6) Homo sapiens The protein encoded by this gene is a member of the S100 family of proteins containing 2 EF-hand calcium-binding motifs. S100 proteins are localized in the cytoplasm and/or nucleus of a wide range of cells, and involved in the regulation of a number of cellular processes such as cell cycle progression and differentiation. S100 genes include at least 13 members which are located as a cluster on chromosome 1q21. This protein may function in stimulation of Ca2+-dependent insulin release, stimulation of prolactin secretion, and exocytosis. Chromosomal rearrangements and altered expression of this gene have been implicated in melanoma. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008],
Function:
induction:Preferentially expressed when quiescent fibroblasts are stimulated to proliferate. It is inducible by growth factors and overexpressed in acute myeloid leukemias.,miscellaneous:This protein co-purified with the prolactin receptor.,PTM:The N-terminus is blocked.,similarity:Belongs to the S-100 family.,similarity:Contains 2 EF-hand domains.,subunit:Homodimer, antiparallel. Interacts with SUGT1.,