Gene:
Epstein-Barr virus induced gene 3
Gene ID:
203795
Symbol:
EBI3
Species:
1000
Description:
This gene was identified by the induction of its expression in B lymphocytes by Epstein-Barr virus infection. The protein encoded by this gene is a secreted glycoprotein, which is a member of the hematopoietin receptor family related to the p40 subunit of interleukin 12 (IL-12). It might play a role in regulating cell-mediated immune responses.