Gene: CDH11
Alternate names for this Gene: CAD11|CDHOB|ESWS|OB|OSF-4
Gene Summary: This gene encodes a type II classical cadherin from the cadherin superfamily, integral membrane proteins that mediate calcium-dependent cell-cell adhesion. Mature cadherin proteins are composed of a large N-terminal extracellular domain, a single membrane-spanning domain, and a small, highly conserved C-terminal cytoplasmic domain. Type II (atypical) cadherins are defined based on their lack of a HAV cell adhesion recognition sequence specific to type I cadherins. Expression of this particular cadherin in osteoblastic cell lines, and its upregulation during differentiation, suggests a specific function in bone development and maintenance.
Gene is located in Chromosome: 16
Location in Chromosome : 16q21
Description of this Gene: cadherin 11
Type of Gene: protein-coding