Official Full Name

SMAD family member 7

Background

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.

Synonyms

SMAD7; SMAD family member 7; MAD, mothers against decapentaplegic homolog 7 (Drosophila) , MADH7, MADH8, SMAD, mothers against DPP homolog 7 (Drosophila); mothers against decapentaplegic homolog 7; hSMAD7; MAD homolog 8; mothers against DPP homolog 8; SM; madh7; wu:fj60c10; fj60c10; MAD, mothers against decapentaplegic homolog 7