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A few hepatocellular carcinomas displayed distinct cytoplasmic staining. Several prostate cancers showed cytoplasmic positivity along with extra cellular staining. Remaining cancer cells were negative.
GENE INFORMATION
Gene name
COLEC12 (HGNC Symbol)
Synonyms
CL-P1, SCARA4, SRCL
Description
Collectin sub-family member 12 (HGNC Symbol)
Entrez gene summary
This gene encodes a member of the C-lectin family, proteins that possess collagen-like sequences and carbohydrate recognition domains. This protein is a scavenger receptor, a cell surface glycoprotein that displays several functions associated with host defense. It can bind to carbohydrate antigens on microorganisms, facilitating their recognition and removal. It also mediates the recognition, internalization, and degradation of oxidatively modified low density lipoprotein by vascular endothelial cells. [provided by RefSeq, Oct 2011]