COMPARTMENTS

CNTNAP1 [ENSP00000264638]

Contactin-associated protein 1; Required, with CNTNAP2, for radial and longitudinal organization of myelinated axons. Plays a role in the formation of functional distinct domains critical for saltatory conduction of nerve impulses in myelinated nerve fibers. Demarcates the paranodal region of the axo-glial junction. In association with contactin involved in the signaling between axons and myelinating glial cells.

Synonyms:  CNTNAP1,  CNTNAP1p,  hCNTNAP1,  K7EMM9,  P78357 ...

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