Gene:
antigen p97 (melanoma associated) identified by monoclonal antibodies 133.2 and 96.5
Gene ID:
204870
Symbol:
MFI2
Species:
1000
Description:
The protein encoded by this gene is a cell-surface glycoprotein found on melanoma cells. The protein shares sequence similarity and iron-binding properties with members of the transferrin superfamily. The importance of the iron binding function has not yet been identified. This gene resides in the same region of chromosome 3 as members of the transferrin superfamily. Alternative splicing results in two transcript variants.