Gene: C9
Alternate names for this Gene: ARMD15|C9D
Gene Summary: This gene encodes the final component of the complement system. It participates in the formation of the Membrane Attack Complex (MAC). The MAC assembles on bacterial membranes to form a pore, permitting disruption of bacterial membrane organization. Mutations in this gene cause component C9 deficiency.
Gene is located in Chromosome: 5
Location in Chromosome : 5p13.1
Description of this Gene: complement C9
Type of Gene: protein-coding