ZBTB33

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ZBTB33 (Zinc Finger and BTB Domain Containing 33), also known as KAISO, is a protein that in humans is encoded by the ZBTB33 gene. This protein plays a crucial role in cellular processes such as DNA binding, transcriptional regulation, and cell cycle progression.

Function[edit | edit source]

ZBTB33 is a transcriptional regulator that binds methylated DNA. It can bind to the promoter of the TGF-beta1 gene and repress its transcription. The protein is also involved in the regulation of the Wnt signaling pathway. It can act as a tumor suppressor and may play a role in colorectal cancer.

Structure[edit | edit source]

The ZBTB33 protein contains a BTB/POZ domain, which is involved in protein-protein interactions, and a zinc finger domain, which is responsible for DNA binding. The protein is located in the nucleus of the cell.

Clinical significance[edit | edit source]

Mutations in the ZBTB33 gene have been associated with various types of cancer, including colorectal cancer and breast cancer. The protein's role as a tumor suppressor makes it a potential target for cancer therapy.

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