FAM19A2

FAM19A2 is a member of the TAFA family which is composed of five highly homologous genes that encode small secreted proteins. These proteins contain conserved cysteine residues at fixed positions, and are distantly related to MIP-1alpha, a member of the CC-chemokine family. The TAFA proteins are predominantly expressed in specific regions of the brain, and are postulated to play a role as brain-specific chemokines or neurokines, that act as regulators of immune and nervous cells.

Family With Sequence Similarity 19 Member A2, C-C Motif Chemokine Like

Has a role as neurotrophic factor involved in neuronal survival and neurobiological functions.

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Nucleus; Cytoplasm