ADAM22
ADAM22: A Comprehensive Guide
Description
ADAM22 (A Disintegrin And Metallopeptidase 22) is a protein-coding gene that encodes a member of the ADAM (A Disintegrin And Metallopeptidase) family of proteins. ADAM22 is a transmembrane protein that plays a role in cell adhesion, migration, and proteolysis. It is expressed in a variety of tissues, including the brain, heart, and kidneys.
Associated Diseases
ADAM22 has been implicated in a number of diseases, including:
- Arterial hypertension
- Cardiovascular disease
- Cancer
- Chronic kidney disease
- Diabetes
- Obesity
Did you Know ?
A study published in the journal "Circulation Research" found that people with a mutation in the ADAM22 gene were 50% more likely to develop arterial hypertension than those without the mutation.
