The protein encoded by this gene is a nuclear protein that binds the E3 ubiquitin ligase SMURF2. Upon binding, this complex translocates to the cytoplasm, where it interacts with TGF-beta receptor type-1 (TGFBR1), leading to the degradation of both the encoded protein and TGFBR1. Expression of this gene is induced by TGFBR1. Variations in this gene are a cause of susceptibility to colorectal cancer type 3 (CRCS3). Several transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been found for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Jun 2010]
Alternative Names
FLJ16482 hSMAD7 MAD (mothers against decapentaplegic Drosophila) homolog 7 Mad homolog MAD homolog 7 MAD homolog 8 madh8 mothers against decapentaplegic homolog 7 mothers against decapentaplegic homolog 8 Mothers against decapentaplegic drosophila homolog of 7 mothers against DPP homolog 7 mothers against DPP homolog 8 SMAD SMAD 7 SMAD mothers against DPP homolog 7