ABCX antibody, Abc51 antibody, ABCA-SSN antibody, ABCA7 antibody, ATP-binding cassette, sub-family A (ABC1), member 7 antibody, ATP binding cassette subfamily A member 7 antibody, ATP-binding cassette sub-family A member 7 antibody, Abca7 antibody, ABCA7 antibody, LOC100088822 antibody
Background
The protein encoded by this gene is a member of the superfamily of ATP-binding cassette (ABC) transporters. ABC proteins transport various molecules across extra- and intra-cellular membranes. ABC genes are divided into seven distinct subfamilies (ABC1, MDR/TAP, MRP, ALD, OABP, GCN20, White). This protein is a member of the ABC1 subfamily. Members of the ABC1 subfamily comprise the only major ABC subfamily found exclusively in multicellular eukaryotes. This full transporter has been detected predominantly in myelo-lymphatic tissues with the highest expression in peripheral leukocytes, thymus, spleen, and bone marrow. The function of this protein is not yet known, however, the expression pattern suggests a role in lipid homeostasis in cells of the immune system.