Gene: TRPC6
Alternate names for this Gene: FSGS2|TRP6
Gene Summary: The protein encoded by this gene forms a receptor-activated calcium channel in the cell membrane. The channel is activated by diacylglycerol and is thought to be under the control of a phosphatidylinositol second messenger system. Activation of this channel occurs independently of protein kinase C and is not triggered by low levels of intracellular calcium. Defects in this gene are a cause of focal segmental glomerulosclerosis 2 (FSGS2).
Gene is located in Chromosome: 11
Location in Chromosome : 11q22.1
Description of this Gene: transient receptor potential cation channel subfamily C member 6
Type of Gene: protein-coding