NP_001177398.1
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Molecular Weight
18,123 Da
NCBI Official Full Name
glial cell line-derived neurotrophic factor isoform 4 preproprotein
NCBI Official Synonym Full Names
glial cell derived neurotrophic factor
NCBI Protein Information
glial cell line-derived neurotrophic factor
UniProt Protein Name
Glial cell line-derived neurotrophic factor
UniProt Synonym Protein Names
Astrocyte-derived trophic factor; ATF
UniProt Synonym Gene Names
UniProt Entry Name
GDNF_HUMAN
NCBI Summary for GDNF
This gene encodes a highly conserved neurotrophic factor. The recombinant form of this protein was shown to promote the survival and differentiation of dopaminergic neurons in culture, and was able to prevent apoptosis of motor neurons induced by axotomy. The encoded protein is processed to a mature secreted form that exists as a homodimer. The mature form of the protein is a ligand for the product of the RET (rearranged during transfection) protooncogene. Multiple transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been found for this gene. Mutations in this gene may be associated with Hirschsprung disease. [provided by RefSeq, Jun 2010]
UniProt Comments for GDNF
GDNF: Neurotrophic factor that enhances survival and morphological differentiation of dopaminergic neurons and increases their high-affinity dopamine uptake. Defects in GDNF may be a cause of Hirschsprung disease type 3 (HSCR3). In association with mutations of RET gene, defects in GDNF may be involved in Hirschsprung disease. This genetic disorder of neural crest development is characterized by the absence of intramural ganglion cells in the hindgut, often resulting in intestinal obstruction. Defects in GDNF are a cause of congenital central hypoventilation syndrome (CCHS); also known as congenital failure of autonomic control or Ondine curse. CCHS is a rare disorder characterized by abnormal control of respiration in the absence of neuromuscular or lung disease, or an identifiable brain stem lesion. A deficiency in autonomic control of respiration results in inadequate or negligible ventilatory and arousal responses to hypercapnia and hypoxemia. Belongs to the TGF-beta family. GDNF subfamily. 5 isoforms of the human protein are produced by alternative splicing.
Protein type: Secreted, signal peptide; Secreted
Chromosomal Location of Human Ortholog: 5p13.1-p12
Cellular Component: extracellular region
Molecular Function: protein homodimerization activity; growth factor activity; receptor binding
Biological Process: positive regulation of dopamine secretion; nervous system development; axon guidance; peristalsis; adult locomotory behavior; mRNA stabilization; regulation of dopamine uptake; positive regulation of monooxygenase activity; signal transduction; enteric nervous system development; sympathetic nervous system development; regulation of gene expression; ureteric bud branching; induction of an organ; positive regulation of cell proliferation; positive regulation of transcription from RNA polymerase II promoter; postganglionic parasympathetic nervous system development; negative regulation of neuron apoptosis; postsynaptic membrane organization; positive regulation of cell differentiation; neural crest cell migration; metanephros development; neurite development; negative regulation of apoptosis
Disease: Hirschsprung Disease, Susceptibility To, 3; Central Hypoventilation Syndrome, Congenital; Pheochromocytoma
Research Articles on GDNF
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Pathways associated with GDNF active protein
Diseases associated with GDNF active protein
Organs/Tissues associated with GDNF active protein
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