Alternative Names
Integrin Alpha-5; CD49 Antigen-Like Family Member E; Fibronectin Receptor Subunit Alpha; Integrin Alpha-F; VLA-5; CD49e; ITGA5; FNRA
Background
Integrin α-5 belongs to the Integrin α chain family and contains 7 FG-GAP repeats. Integrin α-5 joins with Integrin-β1 to form a fibronectin and laminin receptor which recognizes the sequence R-G-D in its ligands. In case of HIV-1 infection, the interaction with extracellular viral Tat protein seems to enhance angiogenesis in Kaposis sarcoma lesions. It is expressed on fibroblasts, endothelial cells, peripheral T cells and platelets. Integrin α-5 undergoes post-translational cleavage in the extracellular domain to yield disulfide-linked light and heavy chains. In addition to adhesion, ITGA5 participates in cell-surface mediated signalling.
Note
For Research Use Only , Not for Diagnostic Use.
