Ephrin-A1
| Definition: |
An ephrin that was originally identified as the product of an early response gene induced by TUMOR NECROSIS FACTOR. It is a linked to the CELL MEMBRANE via a GLYCOINOSITOL PHOSPHOLIPID MEMBRANE ANCHOR and binds EPHA2 RECEPTOR with high affinity. During embryogenesis high levels of ephrin-A1 are expressed in LUNG, KIDNEY, SALIVARY GLANDS and INTESTINE. |
| Previously Indexed: |
Proteins (1990-2002) |
Ephrin-A1 Definitions and Terms
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