DTX3L
DTX3L (Deltex E3 Ubiquitin Ligase 3L) is a protein that in humans is encoded by the DTX3L gene. This protein is a member of the Deltex family, which is characterized by a RING finger domain that possesses E3 ubiquitin ligase activity.
Function[edit | edit source]
DTX3L plays a crucial role in the immune system. It is involved in the regulation of B cell development and antigen receptor signaling. DTX3L is also known to interact with PARP9, and this interaction is believed to play a role in the immune response to viral infections.
Clinical Significance[edit | edit source]
Alterations in the DTX3L gene have been associated with various types of cancer, including breast cancer and leukemia. Studies have shown that DTX3L can act as a tumor suppressor, and its downregulation can lead to increased cell proliferation and tumor growth.
Research[edit | edit source]
Research is ongoing to further understand the role of DTX3L in the immune system and cancer. This includes studying the molecular mechanisms of DTX3L function and its potential as a therapeutic target in cancer treatment.
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Further Reading[edit | edit source]
- "DTX3L and ARTD9 inhibit IRF1 expression and mediate in cooperation with TRIM21 the resistance to infection of human cells" - PLoS Pathog. 2019
- "DTX3L: a new player in the regulation of immune response" - Cell Mol Immunol. 2018
- "The DTX3L–PARP9 ubiquitin ligase complex suppresses antiviral immune responses through RIG-I degradation" - Nat Immunol. 2017
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