What is another word for gs gene?

Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˌiːˈɛs d͡ʒˈiːn] (IPA)

The "gs gene" is a gene that codes for the stimulatory G protein α subunit, which is a critical component of the G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR) signaling pathway. Other synonyms for this gene include GNAS, the guanine nucleotide-binding protein, alpha-stimulating activity polypeptide 1, and GNCA. Mutations in the gs gene can lead to a range of disorders, including McCune-Albright syndrome and pseudohypoparathyroidism type 1A. Understanding the function and regulation of the gs gene is essential for the development of therapeutic strategies to treat these and other related disorders that are caused by defects in GPCR signaling.

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What are the hypernyms for Gs gene?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    Nucleotide Sequence, Transcription Factor, gene regulatory network, genetic sequence, gene sequence, Promoter Element, Transcription Pathway, Transcription Regulatory Element, Transcription Site, regulatory element.

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