Gene:
cysteine-rich, angiogenic inducer, 61
Gene ID:
209837
Symbol:
CYR61
Species:
1000
Description:
CYR61 is a secreted, cysteine-rich, heparin-binding protein encoded by a growth factor-inducible immediate-early gene. Acting as an extracellular, matrix-associated signaling molecule, CYR61 promotes the adhesion of endothelial cells through interaction with integrin and augments growth factor-induced DNA synthesis in the same cell type.[supplied by OMIM]