Gene: SEMA3C

Alternate names for this Gene: SEMAE|SemE

Gene Summary: This gene encodes a secreted glycoprotein that belongs to the semaphorin class 3 family of neuronal guidance cues. The encoded protein contains an N-terminal sema domain, integrin and immunoglobulin-like domains, and a C-terminal basic domain. Homodimerization and proteolytic cleavage of the C-terminal propeptide are necessary for the function of the encoded protein. It binds a neuropilin co-receptor before forming a heterotrimeric complex with an associated plexin. An increase in the expression of this gene correlates with an increase in cancer cell invasion and adhesion. Naturally occurring mutations in this gene are associated with Hirschsprung disease.

Gene is located in Chromosome: 7

Location in Chromosome : 7q21.11

Description of this Gene: semaphorin 3C

Type of Gene: protein-coding