Gene: GDF10
Alternate names for this Gene: BIP|BMP-3b|BMP3B
Gene Summary: This gene encodes a secreted ligand of the TGF-beta (transforming growth factor-beta) superfamily of proteins. Ligands of this family bind various TGF-beta receptors leading to recruitment and activation of SMAD family transcription factors that regulate gene expression. The encoded preproprotein is proteolytically processed to generate each subunit of the disulfide-linked homodimer. This promotes neural repair after stroke. Additionally, this protein may act as a tumor suppressor and reduced expression of this gene is associated with oral cancer.
Gene is located in Chromosome: 10
Location in Chromosome : 10q11.22
Description of this Gene: growth differentiation factor 10
Type of Gene: protein-coding