SLFN14

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Description

The SLFN14 (schlafen family member 14) is a protein-coding gene located on chromosome 17.

The SLFN14 gene encodes a protein essential for platelet formation and function in humans. Mutations in this gene lead to thrombocytopenia and excessive bleeding.

SLFN14 protein lacks ribosome-associated and endoribonuclease activities.

SLFN14 is also known as BDPLT20.

Associated Diseases

• Bleeding disorder, platelet-type, 20