Gene: C1GALT1
Alternate names for this Gene: C1GALT|T-synthase
Gene Summary: The protein encoded by this gene generates the common core 1 O-glycan structure, Gal-beta-1-3GalNAc-R, by the transfer of Gal from UDP-Gal to GalNAc-alpha-1-R. Core 1 is a precursor for many extended mucin-type O-glycans on cell surface and secreted glycoproteins. Studies in mice suggest that this gene plays a key role in thrombopoiesis and kidney homeostasis.
Gene is located in Chromosome: 7
Location in Chromosome : 7p22.1-p21.3
Description of this Gene: core 1 synthase, glycoprotein-N-acetylgalactosamine 3-beta-galactosyltransferase 1
Type of Gene: protein-coding