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Gene information for CD207 (Homo sapiens)
(Information is obtained from NCBI Gene database)
Entrez gene ID50489
Official gene symbolCD207
Full nameCD207 molecule, langerin
Aliases,CLEC4K,
Gene summaryThe protein encoded by this gene is expressed only in Langerhans cells which are immature dendritic cells of the epidermis and mucosa. It is localized in the Birbeck granules, organelles present in the cytoplasm of Langerhans cells and consisting of superimposed and zippered membranes. It is a C-type lectin with mannose binding specificity, and it has been proposed that mannose binding by this protein leads to internalization of antigen into Birbeck granules and providing access to a nonclassical antigen-processing pathway. Mutations in this gene result in Birbeck granules deficiency or loss of sugar binding activity. [provided by RefSeq]
LocationChromosome: 2   Locus: 2p13
Gene position71062953 - 71057347  Map Viewer
Gene orientationminus
Gene size5607 bp
Gene sequence
OMIM ID604862