Gene:
alpha 1,4-galactosyltransferase (globotriaosylceramide synthase)
Gene ID:
209426
Symbol:
A4GALT
Species:
1000
Description:
The protein encoded by this gene catalyzes the transfer of galactose to lactosylceramide to form globotriaosylceramide, which has been identified as the P(k) antigen of the P blood group system. The encoded protein, which is a type II membrane protein found in the Golgi, is also required for the synthesis of the bacterial verotoxins receptor.