Gene:
programmed cell death 4 (neoplastic transformation inhibitor)
Gene ID:
201406
Symbol:
PDCD4
Species:
1000
Description:
This gene encodes a protein localized to the nucleus in proliferating cells. Expression of this gene is modulated by cytokines in natural killer and T cells. The gene product is thought to play a role in apoptosis but the specific role has not yet been determined. Two transcripts encoding different isoforms have been identified.